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The Y supports thousands of youth, adults, and families by providing guidance and resources needed to achieve greater health and well-being for their spirit, and body.

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Medically Based Classes

 

The Y offers medically-based classes for many conditions including arthritis, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, cardiac rehab, cancer, conditions involving chronic pain and more. All of our branches are open to populations with special needs.

LIVE EMPOWERED DIABETES WELLNESS
This is an inspiring 12-week course, designed by the American Diabetes Association ideal for anyone interested in educating themselves or loved ones about diabetes. Each weekly meeting emphasizes various factors related to Diabetes including heart health, nutrition, medications, and emotional well-being. Enrollment in the program includes access to use the YMCA wellness center after class and on your own. Start today! It's never too late to begin living an empowered lifestyle.

Day(s):

Mondays

Date(s):

7.1.13 - 9.16.13
9.23.13 - 12.9.13

Time(s):

6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Contact:

For more information or to enroll, contact William Thornton, by email at thorntonw at ymcarichmond dot org or by phone at 804.474.4406.

Enrollment in the program includes:  

  • YMCA membership for 12 weeks (non-members), Personal Training, & Fit Bit Pedometer
  • Educational materials along with a Personal Wellness Profile and Calorie King Book
  • Grocery store tour with a $40 gift card and an in class cooking demonstration  

Eligibility
To qualify for the Live Empowered Diabetes Wellness program, participants must be a current diabetic (verified by lab work) and complete the intake form.

YMCA DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM
The YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program helps those at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles by eating healthier, increasing physical activity and losing a modest amount of weight in order to reduce their chances of developing the disease.

The program, which is led by a trained Lifestyle Coach in a classroom setting, is delivered over a 12-month period, beginning with 16 weekly sessions followed by monthly maintenance. You will learn strategies for eating healthier, increasing your physical activity and making other changes that will improve your overall health and well-being. National Institutes of Health research has proven that programs like the YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program can reduce the number of cases of type 2 diabetes by almost 60%.

Program Goals:

  • Reduce body weight by 7%
  • Increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week

Who Can Participate?
In order to qualify for the program, you must be at least 18 years old, overweight (BMI > 25)* and at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes indicated by a confirmatory blood value†, prediabetes determined by clinical diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes (GDM) during previous pregnancy, or a qualifying risk score.

*Asian individual(s) BMI > 22
†Individuals who have already been diagnosed with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes do not qualify for this program.

Contact:

For more information or to see if you qualify, contact William Thornton, by email at thorntonw at ymcarichmond dot org or by phone at 804.474.4406.

ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION/YMCA AQUATIC PROGRAM (AFYAP)
Designed to improve joint flexibility and range of motion. Exercises are conducted in the shallow end of the pool, so exercises do not need to know how to swim.

Additional Info:

Doctors referral required for participation in class.

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