Our goal is to help participants build muscle mass and muscle strength, increase flexibility and endurance, and improve functional ability. Additional goals include reducing the severity of therapy side effects, preventing unwanted weight changes, and improving energy levels and self-esteem. A final goal of the program is to assist participants in developing their own physical fitness program so they can continue to practice a healthy lifestyle, not only as part of their recovery, but as a way of life.

In addition to the physical benefits, the program provides participants a supportive environment and a feeling of community with their fellow survivors, Y staff, and members. Y cancer exercise trainers work with each participant to fit the program to their individual needs. Trainers are trained in the elements of cancer, post rehab exercise, and supportive cancer care. Classes will be offered weekdays with daytime and evening classes.

The LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA program includes:
• Two 75 minute classes per week
• Full access to the Y seven days a week

CRITERIA FOR PARTICIPATION
• Available for individuals currently undergoing cancer treatment or have completed their treatment.
• Strong personal desire and commitment to attend classes
• Obtain a signed medical clearance form
• Participate in an interview with our Intake Specialist, complete a confidential health assessment, and program registration forms.

To learn more about LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, contact Christina Murphy, Lead Instructor of LIVESTRONG, P 203 481 9622 E cmurphy@cccymca.org

Mild symptoms that generally do not interfere with daily activities. Tremor and other movement symptoms occur on one side of the body only. Changes in posture, walking, and facial expressions occur. Symptoms start getting worse. Tremor, rigidity, and other movement symptoms affect both sides of the body or the midline (such as the neck and the trunk). Walking problems and poor posture may be apparent. The person is able to live alone, but daily tasks are more difficult and lengthier. 

Participants are placed based on their individual evaluation. 
 

This yoga class is adapted especially to meet the needs of individuals with Multiple Sclerosis. The aim of practicing yoga is not to merely assume specific postures, but rather to combine breathing, posture, movement and awareness to achieve relaxation and body awareness. Practicing yoga can give you tools to help manage everyday tasks that include balancing to stand or walk, strengthening and alignment for standing up and sitting down and core strength for everything you do. 

Learn where you stand: your strength, flexibility, endurance, BMI and Body Weight ratio will be assessed. Option to add a Nutritional session or Personal Training session for a discounted bundle rate.

If you are 14 or 80, and if your goal is to lose weight; gain strength; improve balance, flexibility and agility; rehabilitate an injury; or just push yourself - a Y personal trainer can help you get there. Our certified personal trainers will help develop a personalized program that is perfect for you and will support you with expert knowledge, coaching, and motivation to help you feel and live better! A trainer will work at your pace, and on your schedule, to encourage and motivate you to be all you can be.

Join us for a weekly class to improve balance and prevent injury, from a variety of professionals with an array of different backgrounds and different perspectives.

Some classes will be hands on movement, from instructors you may know, and others will be special guests. Some will lecture more, but all will bring their own unique talents, knowledge, and techniques.  

Open to members of the Y and the Community! No charge for the class, but registration is requested for each session. 

For more information contact Joanne Orenstein, Health & Wellness Coordinator, jorenstein@cccymca.org or 203 445 9633 x2718.

Each month the Lakewood–Trumbull YMCA will be hosting Nutritional Seminars with Jen Evans, MS in nutrition. Seminars will be the first Monday of each month at 12:30pm and provide knowledge to help you meet your health goals.