COMMUNITY HEALTH CHRONIC DISEASE PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT
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LIVESTRONG AT THE Y
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a small-group program developed and established in partnership with the LIVESTRONG Foundation, assists those who are living with, through, or beyond cancer to strengthen their spirit, mind, and body. Recent research from the Yale Cancer Center and Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Institute confirmed that LIVESTRONG at the YMCA participants experience improved fitness and quality of life as well as significant decreases in cancer-related fatigue.
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Program Details • 12-week program with two 90-minute sessions per week • Includes cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, balance and flexibility exercises • Evaluation includes fitness and quality of life assessments before and after participation • Facilitated by YMCA-certified instructors • Does not require a referral from a physician • No Cost - Includes YMCA membership for participant and their family or support system!
LEAN
This evidence-informed program is designed for people just starting their wellness journey. We provide support to individuals to incorporate physical activity, balance food intake, and develop other positive daily behaviors for sustainable healthy living. This 12 week program is facilitated in a small group setting and led by a certified lifestyle coach.
PROGRAM DETAILS • • • • • • •
Facilitated group discussion Led by a trained Lifestyle Coach 12 weekly sessions, 3 months total 90 minute sessions Physical activity in 9 sessions Grocery store tour Interactive cooking session
PROGRAM GOALS
• Weight loss • Increased physical activity • Chronic disease prevention & management
SESSION TOPICS • • • • • • • • •
Physical Activity Essentials Nutrition Essentials Navigating Grocery Store Meal Planning Prioritizing Me Eating Out Learning to Say No Cooking Demonstration Setting Yourself Up for Success
DIABETES PREVENTION Of the 86 million people with prediabetes, only 10 percent know their condition. In addition to the high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, people with prediabetes are also at risk of developing other chronic diseases such as heart disease and stroke. The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is specifically for people who have “pre-diabetes” or are at risk for Type 2 diabetes. The group-based program covers nutrition, physical activity and behavior modification. Join us for a free information session - visit us online for additional details ymcacva.org Qualifications: • Participants must be 18+ • BMI > 25 • HbA1C: 5.7 - 6.4 or CDC Risk Score of >9 Program Goals: • Reduce body weight 5-7% • Increase physical activity to 150 minutes a week
For More Information Contact Randi Abell Director of Community Health randiabell@ymcacva.org 434.616.4590
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