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The Y aims to improve the nation’s health and well-being by providing programs and activities that promote wellness, reduce the risk for disease and help others reclaim their health. These programs and everything else the Y does are in service of making us—our Ys and our communities—better. The result is a nation that values health, and communities that support healthy choices. The Y.™ For a better us.

BrainSavers

ANTHONY WAYNE YMCA:  Tuesday & Thursday, 1pm – STARTS JAN 20

EASTERN COMMUNITY YMCA:  Monday & Wednesday, 11am – STARTS JAN 19

BrainSavers is a fun and engaging, instructor-led program that will help keep you sharp and resilient.

Our program will maintain your enjoyment of independent living while improving your overall physical and mental well-being. Our proprietary program features all six pillars of a total brain+body healthy lifestyle. It features:

• Cognitive Fitness
• Physical Fitness
• Social Engagement
• Stress Management
• Healthful Nutrition
• Quality Sleep

Open to all individuals at risk for Alzheimer’s.

Cardiac Rehab Maintenance

EASTERN COMMUNITY YMCA:  Monday & Wednesday, 1:30pm – STARTS JAN 26

SYLVANIA YMCA/JCC:  Monday & Wednesday, 11:30am – STARTS JAN 5

WEST TOLEDO YMCA:  Tuesday & Thursday, 12pm – STARTS JAN 5

WOLF CREEK YMCA:  Tuesday & Thursday, 10:30am – STARTS JAN 6

This 12-week program focuses on cardiovascular exercise, building muscle strength, and working on flexibility in a non-medically supervised, small-group setting. The program also provides weekly education related to lifestyle changes to improve heart health.

Led by a certified exercise professional for personalized support and results.

• Maintain and improve cardiovascular health

• Build muscle strength and enhance flexibility

• Gain the skills and knowledge to exercise independently

• Develop healthy habits that last a lifetime

Physician Clearance Must be Obtained Prior to Starting the Program

DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM

EASTERN COMMUNITY YMCA:  Tuesday, 10:30am – STARTS FEB 3

If you’re at risk for type 2 diabetes, small, achievable changes can make a big difference—helping you lower your risk and live a healthier, happier life.

Take Charge of Your Health

• Learn practical strategies for healthier living

• Try new habits that make a difference

• Lower your risk of type 2 diabetes while improving your overall health

One year program includes:

  • 25 one hour discussion sessions led by a trained Lifestyle Coach 
  • CDC-approved curriculum including food and activity information and self-tracking
  • Weekly weigh-in

Eligible individuals: A1c 5.7% – 6.4%, or fasting plasma glucose 100 – 125mg/dL, or prediabetes diagnosis, or gestational diabetes during previous pregnancy

DIABETES MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

SYLVANIA YMCA/JCC:  Monday, 6pm – STARTS FEB 2

If you’re living with type 2 diabetes, small, achievable changes can make a big difference—helping you improve your blood sugar control, lower your risk for long-term complications and live a healthier, happier life.

• 6 weeks of dedicated support and guidance

• 60-minute sessions, once per week

• Build motivation and success as part of a supportive group

• Learn about nutrition, exercise, stress management, monitoring, and weight control strategies that support well-being

• Empower yourself with the tools and education to take control of your diabetes

 

 

Open to anyone ages 18 and older diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes

HEART ATTACK & STROKE PREVENTIOIN

SYLVANIA YMCA/JCC:  Wednesday, 11am – STARTS FEB 2

WEST TOLEDO YMCA:  Tuesday, 11am – STARTS FEB 3

This 8-week program meets weekly for discussions on topics related to high blood pressure including nutrition, exercise, and other factors that may contribute to hypertension. Proper use of a blood pressure monitor is demonstrated and each participant will have their blood pressure checked every week.

8 week program includes:

  • Weekly one-hour meetings to discuss risk factors 
  • Strategies and lifestyle changes that may prevent an episode
  • Aspects of nutrition, physical activity, and self-care
  • Blood pressure check at each session

 

 

 

Open to individuals with hypertension or at risk.

LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA

EASTERN COMMUNITY YMCA:  Monday & Wednesday, 1pm – STARTS JAN 12

SYLVANIA YMCA/JCC:  Tuesday & Thursday, 5:30pm – STARTS JAN 13

WEST TOLEDO YMCA:  Monday & Wednesday, 1pm – STARTS JAN 12

WOLF CREEK YMCA:  Tuesday & Thursday, 12:30pm – STARTS JAN 13

Cancer is a life-changing disease that takes a tremendous physical and emotional toll on those affected. The Y and the LIVESTRONG Foundation have joined together to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, an evidence-based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health. Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely achieve their goals. Classes meet twice per week for 60-90 minutes, for 12 weeks. Every participant receives an initial and postprogram assessment. Individualized exercise plans are provided to each participant.

Open to all individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer of any type – can be a recent diagnosis or from years ago

PWR! MOVES

Exercise class: open to anyone diagnosed with Parkinson’s that does not need to use a cane or walker. Ongoing, register at any time.

  • Improve motor skills through gait, line and dexterity exercises
  • Improve strength with use of TRX body weight exercises
  • Improve cardiovascular function and agility through step platform work

SmartFit 1-1: open to anyone diagnosed with Parkinson’s 

  • Improve specific cognitive functions through use of SmartFit reaction system
  • 20-30min sessions 2x/week by appointment

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS & FALL PREVENTION

EASTERN COMMUNITY YMCA:  Tuesday & Thursday, 10:45am – STARTS JAN 26

Safe and easy-to-learn Tai Chi movements to:

• Increase joint stability and flexibility

• Improve balance

• Decrease pain from arthritis

• Improve focus

8-week program includes:

• Group meets twice a week for eight weeks

• Safe and easy-to-learn Tai Chi movements to:

  • Increase joint stability and flexibility,
  • Improve balance
  • Decrease pain from arthritis, and Improve focus

Open to ages 18+

WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM

EASTERN COMMUNITY YMCA: Wednesday, 11am – STARTS JAN 14

SYLVANIA YMCA/JCC:  Tuesday, 6pm – STARTS JAN 13

Provides tools, knowledge and group support to help you develop plans that support your weight loss goals.

• Must be 18 years or older

• 1 session per week

• Food and nutrition, physical activity, stress and sleep

• Weekly weigh-ins, food and activity tracking

• Strategic goal setting

 

“I had been trying to lose weight for a year before joining the YMCA Weight Loss Program. This approach gave me the structure and motivation to finally start my weight loss journey. I still have a ways to go, but now I have the tools and confidence to reach my final goal on my own.” – PARTICIPANT

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES FOR TEENS

For teens between the ages of 14 and 19.

6-week program includes:

• Weekly sessions include 30 minutes of activity

• 30 minute discussion about topics related to a healthy lifestyle

HEALTHY WEIGHT & YOUR CHILD

4 month program includes:

• 25 family-based weight-management sessions

• Nutrition education and physical activity for child and parent/caregiver

 

Open to children ages 7-13 with a BMI in the 95th percentile.

Class offerings

Blood Pressure and Heart Health

Open to all individuals with hypertension

4 month program includes:

  • 4 nutrition education seminars
  • weekly blood pressure measurements
  • blood pressure cuff, if needed

Weight Management

Healthy Lifestyles For All

Open to tobacco users ages 18 and older who are ready to quit

7 week program includes 8-90 minute group discussions:

  • Medicines that can help you quit
  • Lifestyle changes that can make quitting easier
  • How to stay tobacco-free for good

Open to anyone diagnosed with Parkinson’s

  • • Group meets twice a week by appointment 
  • Improve specific cognitive functions through use of SmartFit reaction system

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