Ann Leslie, Indian Valley branch’s Executive Director, shares her story of why she is an advocate of Go Red For Women. “Eleven years ago I took a medication to treat a migraine and it caused a rupture in LAD artery from my heart. This artery, often referred to as the “widow maker” because damage there …
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Health & Wellness
November Featured Member: Mackenzie Ballas
We are pleased to present Mackenzie Ballas, as our Featured Member and Athlete for November! INSPIRED, DETERMINED, GOAL-ORIENTED, POSITIVE and has a CAN DO attitude! During the summer of 2016, Mackenzie was not happy with herself and the weight she had gained after her pregnancy. She made the decision to find a career that would …
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Back to School Tips
It’s almost that time again! The kids are heading back to school and now, more than ever, is an important time to get your children practicing healthy habits! #1 – Make sure your child gets plenty of rest. Rest is vitally important for a child’s growth and development. Most of all, getting enough sleep is …
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Importance of Youth Activities
In a world filled with technology and “screentime,” it can be a challenge for kids to get enough daily activity. Other reasons include increasing demands of school, a feeling among some kids that they aren’t good at sports, a lack of active role models, and busy working families. Luckily, the Y is the starting point for …
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Les Mills Launch Week Schedule
Sunday, 9/25/16 BodyPump – 11:15-12:15 Monday, 9/26/16 RPM – 6:00-6:45 am RPM – 9:00-9:45 am RPM – 6:30-7:15 pm BodyCombat – 7:15-8:15 pm Tuesday, 9/27/16 RPM – 5:45-6:30 am BodyPump – 5:45-6:45 am BodyPump – 8:30-9:30 am GRIT Cardio – 9:15-9:45 am (GYM B) RPM – 9:30-10:15 am BodyPump – 6:00-7:00 pm RPM – 6:30-7:15 …
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H.I.P Kids
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and as a leading community-based organization dedicated to improving health, the North Penn YMCA offers the following program to help families in surrounding areas incorporate healthy eating and regular physical activity into their lives. H.I.P. KIDS | 10-13 YRS H.I.P is for kids who are overweight and need to make …
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