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Meet Al Elverson, a member of our Indian Valley Family YMCA branch, as he shares how the Y helped him become more active than ever before. Al shares a powerful message for anyone who is hesitant to start their wellness journey at the Y: “It will probably turn out that you can do more than …
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After retiring, Tim was looking for meaningful ways to stay active and engaged. Nearly 60 years after attending North Penn YMCA summer camp as a child, he found his way back to the Y. “Thanks to [Indian Valley Family YMCA] and your great staff I feel 15 years younger and healthier than I did in …
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In 2024, Connie received a wake-up call when she was diagnosed with borderline type-2 diabetes after years of unhealthy habits. With insurance challenges making it difficult to obtain medication, Connie realized she needed to take control of her health and make meaningful changes herself. She started by cutting back on junk food and taking pickleball …
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Lee was nearly 80 years old when she set out to accomplish a six-day rafting journey through the Grand Canyon. “I could not have accomplished this trip without the Lansdale YMCA and my personal trainer, Theresa,” says Lee. For years, Lee has been showing up, working hard, and investing in her health with personal training …
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