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Senior Fitness Feature - BodyFit Walk
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Senior Fitness Feature - BodyFit Walk

12 November 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

Fitness Solutions For SeniorsGetting active doesn't have to be a stressful ordeal. The YMCA has...read more
Seniors programming: Stretch on Wednesdays
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Seniors programming: Stretch on Wednesdays

03 November 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

Older adults have a vital role to play in our community. When you're active, healthy, and...read more
3 ways to keep your sleep schedule on track
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3 ways to keep your sleep schedule on track

30 October 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

Daylight savings usually comes as a shock to your body. There's nothing like that feeling of...read more
Fitness Solutions For Seniors
Healthy Living

Fitness Solutions For Seniors

27 October 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

Getting active can seem daunting, but it's never too late to make healthy choices. Today, get...read more
Celebrating the 125th anniversary of basketball: the sport invented at the Y
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Celebrating the 125th anniversary of basketball: the sport invented at the Y

22 October 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

In December of 1891, YMCA members in Springfield, Mass. were struggling to stay active through...read more
Fitness solutions for seniors
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Fitness solutions for seniors

19 October 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

It's never too late to start building a healthy lifestyle. The YMCA has such a wide variety of...read more
How to entertain your kids this weekend
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How to entertain your kids this weekend

16 October 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

Looking to change up your weekend routine? The Y always has fun, family-friendly programs...read more
5 reasons to stay active during pregnancy
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5 reasons to stay active during pregnancy

13 October 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

Regular exercise benefits you and your baby, but it can be hard to get started on your own. What...read more
Fitness for older family members
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Fitness for older family members

12 October 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

This Fall, the West End Y is offering a new program designed to help older family members get...read more
5 family-friendly activities at your Y this Thanksgiving
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5 family-friendly activities at your Y this Thanksgiving

11 October 2015 - by Nicole Meredith

Thanksgiving is all about showing gratitude for the important things you're fortunate enough to...read more

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