Humble and Small Beginnings

03/13/2026

You are invited to our community meal, where old and new friends can gather to share delicious food and great company. Connect with others in your YMCA, enjoy lively conversations, and celebrate our wonderful community. Community counter Clipboard registration required. Join us March 26th, Thursday from 12:30 - 2p in Room AB. Community Meal Sponsored by Leslie Switzer, Senior RE Specialist & HLC member.

03/08/2026

03/05/2026

Happy birthday to Dr. Cooper!
I got to hear him speak once a LONG time ago. He’s done so much in fitness! :)

Today we celebrate Dr. Kenneth H. Cooper’s 95th birthday. It also happens to be World Obesity Day, making this an especially meaningful moment to honor a true pioneer in preventive medicine.

For decades, Dr. Cooper has helped shape the global conversation around obesity by championing physical activity as a powerful tool for prevention. His research, leadership, and belief that movement is medicine have influenced public health policy, fitness education, and millions of lives worldwide.

At 95, his legacy continues to inspire healthier communities and a stronger future for generations to come. Happy Birthday, Dr. Cooper!

02/16/2026

Come walk with us!

02/14/2026

Healthy Living Center YMCA

02/14/2026

Give yourself some love this Valentine’s Day-try some chair yoga!

02/14/2026

02/12/2026

If I have already told you about this study, comment with a ❤️

Sitting for hours at a time doesn’t just affect your energy, it can seriously disrupt blood sugar control.

A recent study reveals that interrupting prolonged sitting with short bursts of movement can significantly improve glycemic control.

In the study, participants who performed 3 minutes of walking or 10 bodyweight squats every 45 minutes had better blood sugar regulation compared to those who stayed seated or even those who took a single 30-minute walk.

These frequent, targeted bursts of activity were shown to activate key muscle groups like the quadriceps and glutes, leading to better glucose management throughout the day.

This is proof that you don’t need to spend hours in the gym to support your metabolic health.

DOI/10.1111/sms.14628

01/31/2026

Livestrong at the Y!
Earlywine Park YMCA Livestrong begins THIS WEEK!!! Last I heard we still had room for TWO more cancer survivors!!! So if you are interested you gotta move fast!
To celebrate the beginning of the new session, I’ll share a few photos from Livestrong before I was an instructor. They’re from our first post COVID session, when I partipated as a survivor. 🙂

01/30/2026

Take care of your body.

It’s the only place you have to live.