Warm Hearth Village Fitness

10/05/2026

💪 Exercise is Medicine!

On September 28, our Fitness Director, Marcus Burks led an educational fitness class for 25 participants through the Lifelong Learning Institute, sharing practical ways exercise can support health, independence and longevity.

A key focus of the class was strength training and the important role it plays as we age. Regular strength-based exercise can help maintain muscle mass and strength, support bone health, improve balance and reduce the risk of falls and osteoporosis.

Marcus also reminded participants that it’s never too late to start moving. Making physical activity and strength training a regular part of our routines can have a meaningful impact on our quality of life and our ability to stay active and independent.

Thank you to Marcus and the Lifelong Learning Institute for helping our community stay informed, active and engaged! 🏋️‍♀️

09/29/2026

Don’t forget to schedule your screening!!

Come join us on October 7th in Tall Oaks Hall at Warm Hearth Village for Radford University Fitness & Wellness Screenings!

Third-year Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students from Radford University will be providing individualized fitness and wellness assessments designed to give you valuable feedback on where you are physically and how you can continue working toward your health and fitness goals.

This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about your own physical health and fitness while also helping these future physical therapists put the knowledge and skills they have developed in the classroom into practice.

Come take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about yourself, receive personalized feedback, and support our Radford University DPT students!

📅 Date: October 7th
📍 Location: Tall Oaks Hall, Warm Hearth Village

To schedule your screening:
email Danny Miner or sign up at the Warm Hearth Fitness Center.

09/01/2026

🥊 Big congratulations to Maddie & Chase! 🥊

We’re excited to celebrate two of our Fitness team members, Chase and Maddie, on becoming officially certified Rock Steady Boxing coaches! 🎉

Rock Steady Boxing is a specialized boxing-based fitness program designed to help people with Parkinson’s disease improve strength, balance, coordination, confidence, and overall quality of life through exercise and community.

With their new certifications, Maddie and Chase are now prepared to lead Rock Steady Boxing classes and coach participants through this unique and empowering program. 💪

We’re so proud of their commitment to expanding their knowledge and bringing new opportunities for movement, wellness, and connection to our community!

Congratulations, Chase & Maddie! We can’t wait to see where this new certification takes you! 🥊👏

07/21/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Ryan! 💪

Please join us in congratulating Ryan Bird from Radford University on successfully completing his internship with us!

Ryan has been a wonderful addition to our team, bringing enthusiasm, professionalism, and a passion for helping others stay active and healthy. We are grateful for all of his hard work and the positive impact he has made during his time with us.

We wish Ryan the very best as he begins what we're sure will be a successful career in the fitness industry. Best of luck, Ryan—we can't wait to see all that you accomplish! 👏🎓

07/10/2026

🧘‍♀️ Take a deep breath... it's time to focus on you. 💙

Looking for a relaxing way to improve your strength, flexibility, and balance? Join us for Yoga for Well-Being at the Warm Hearth Village Fitness Center!

Whether you're new to yoga or returning to your mat, this class is designed to help you move with confidence, reduce stress, and support your overall well-being in a welcoming environment.

✨ Every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month
🕥 10:30 AM
📍 Warm Hearth Village Fitness Center

Come stretch, breathe, and restore with us—we'd love to see you there!

📞 Questions? Contact Marcus Burks at 540-443-3474.

06/04/2026

🎉 Help us give a big Warm Hearth welcome to Autumn Guthrie and Chase Dotson, our newest Fitness Assistants! 💪

You’ll see these smiling faces around the Fitness Center, pool, classes, and wellness programs helping keep our community active, healthy, and having fun.

Be sure to say hello next time you’re at the Village Center—and don’t be surprised if they inspire you to try a new class or get moving! 🏊‍♀️🏋️‍♂️😊

Welcome to the team, Autumn and Chase! 🎊

06/02/2026

🥊 What an incredible day in the ring! 🥊

More than 40 residents and community members joined us for a high-energy Boxing Seminar led by professional MMA fighter Robbie Ring & Ring Combat Sports-- And let's just say, the energy was absolutely electric! 💪🔥

Participants had the opportunity to learn real boxing techniques, challenge themselves, build confidence, and experience the thrill of training alongside a professional athlete. From first timers to those with previous experience, everyone brought their enthusiasm, determination, and fighting spirit to the event. 👊🏽🏆

Robbie's passion for the sport, coaching, and encouraging others made this seminar both inspiring and fun. It was amazing to watch participants step outside their comfort zones, support one another, and fully embrace the experience. 🥊❤️

A special thank you to Robbie Ring for sharing his expertise with us and to our Fitness Director, Marcus Burks, whose creativity, vision, and hard work brought this exciting event to life. 👏👏

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the seminar such a knockout success! 🥊✨ We can't wait to do it again—and we hope Robbie will be back for another round!

05/26/2026

🌟 Farewell & Congratulations, Jess! 🌟

It’s a bittersweet moment as we say goodbye to our incredible Fitness Assistant, Jess Robinson. Jess has been an amazing part of our team — bringing energy, dedication, and a genuine passion for helping others achieve their health goals. 💪❤️

While we’ll miss her greatly, we’re so proud to see her take the next big step in her journey with Carilion! 🚀✨ We know she’ll continue to make a difference and inspire everyone around her, just like she did here.

Thank you, Jess, for everything — and best of luck in this exciting new chapter. You've got this! 🙌

04/27/2026

💪 Stop by the Avery Gym today, take a look at the newly named space, join us in celebrating this special moment with our community, and come enjoy a workout while you’re here!

04/13/2026

💪✨ Intern Spotlight: Meet Stacy! ✨💪

We’re excited to spotlight Stacy Maguale, one of our amazing fitness interns here at Warm Hearth Village!

Originally from Virginia Beach, Stacy is a junior at Virginia Tech pursuing a degree in Health & Sciences on a Pre-PA track. She’s passionate about health, wellness, and helping others live active, fulfilling lives.

Stacy is also an active member of Kappa Delta, where she’s involved in both campus and community service initiatives—both locally and back home.

When she’s not studying or helping out in fitness, you can find her staying active, enjoying long walks outdoors, spending time at the beach, or hanging out with friends. 🌊☀️

We’re so lucky to have her energy and enthusiasm as part of our fitness team!

👏 Be sure to say hi to Stacy next time you see her!