Health and Wellness at Greater Lowell Family YMCA

03/14/2025

Dr. Cassista offered a wonderful presentation about insulin resistance. Our members learned so much.

Thanks Cassista Chiropractic!

02/12/2025

Monthly Health Tip: February 2025
Teach someone something new
When teaching something new, it always starts with the basics and use simple language. Try to relate the topic to the individual’s life with practical tips that they can apply immediately. If possible, use images or videos to show the concept and answer questions to the best of your ability.
How to Learn (or Teach) Something New | Psychology Today

Monthly Health Tip brought to you by our sponsors: UKG, Lowell General Hospital, Karen Bolton, Cafua Management Company, Hannaford,
and Align Credit Union

01/10/2025

Join us for a FREE grocery store tour for cancer patients and cancer survivors. Participants will receive a $20 gift card when they stay for the full presentation.

Registration required: https://www.supersaas.com/schedule/lowellyfitness/Programming:_Cancer_P&S

01/07/2025

Monthly Health Tip: January 2025
Set a SMART goal for yourself

Specific (simple, sensible, significant).

Measurable (meaningful, motivating).

Achievable (agreed, attainable).

Relevant (reasonable, realistic and resourced, results-based).

Time bound (time-based, time limited, time/cost limited, timely, time-sensitive).

Setting SMART goals means you can clarify your ideas, focus your efforts, use your time and resources productively, and increase your chances of achieving what you want in life.
https://www.mindtools.com/a4wo118/smart-goals

Monthly Health Tip brought to you by our sponsors: UKG, Lowell General Hospital, Karen Bolton, Cafua Management Company, Hannaford,
and Align Credit Union

Set SMART goals to clarify your ideas, focus your efforts, use your time and resources productively, and achieve what you want at work and in life.

12/09/2024

Monthly Health Tip: December 2022
Mediate
Meditation can foster greater emotional regulation, reduce feelings of anxiety and depression, and increase positive emotions by promoting mindfulness and self-awareness. Meditation can help reduce stress, improve concentration and promotes physical health which contributes to better overall health.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4895748/
Monthly Health Tip brought to you by our sponsors: UKG, Lowell General Hospital, Karen Bolton, Cafua Management Company, Hannaford, and Align Credit Union

Meditation has become popular in many Western nations, especially the USA. An increasing body of research shows various health benefits associated with meditation and these findings have sparked interest in the field of medicine. The practice of ...

10/07/2024

October 2024: Monthly Health Tip

It's National Dental Hygiene month. Did you know limiting sugary drinks is good for your teeth and also your overall health? Cutting back on sugary drinks can lower your risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.

https://msdh.ms.gov/page/43,2809,151,816.html #:~:text=Carbonation%2C%20sugar%20and%20acids%20in,that%20contribute%20to%20tooth%20decay

Monthly Health Tip brought to you by our River Run 5k sponsors: Orthopaedic Surgical Associates and Jean D'Arc.

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09/25/2024

September 2024: Monthly Health Tip

Did you know that adding protein to your diet can help your body to create new cells and tissues? Here's an article that talks about the benefits of plant-based protein for women.

https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/plant-protein-women-healthy-aging/

Monthly Health Tip brought to you by our River Run 5k sponsors: Orthopaedic Surgical Associates and Jean D'Arc.

Eating plant protein in midlife may help women stay healthy as they age.

08/29/2024

NEW CLASS ALERT!!

Sign up online or stop by the front desk. Space is limited to six participants. Starts Sept 7th! All levels welcome.

Registration required.
$80 members/$160 non-members.

08/28/2024

NEW CLASS ALERT!!!

Kids will channel their inner rock star with this full body cardio-jam session inspired by the infectious and energizing challenge of playing the drums. Parent or guardian supervision is required.

Learn more by following this link: https://poundfit.com/generation/

$35 for members/$70 for non-members
September 9 to October 21, 2024

08/26/2024

NEW CLASS ALERT!!

Starts Sept 6th! Class is safe for people with arthritis, osteopenia or osteoporosis. Sign up online or stop by the front desk. Space is limited to five participants.

Registration required.
$80 members/$160 non-members.

04/02/2024

Try our NEW class! It's FREE for members. This is a great way to reconnect your body and your mind.