Healthy Living

All athletes are welcome here at the YMCA of Greater Rochester. So, let’s take time to highlight one of our very own: Amanda Vito.

The YMCA of Greater Rochester is pleased to partner once again with the University of Rochester Medicine to offer educational sessions focusing on heart health throughout the year across our Association. This year, each session will be focusing on Five Keys to a Healthy Heart.

Meal prep doesn’t have to be an all day, intimidating nightmare. There are ways to keep it simple, efficient, and easy – especially if you’re trying to focus on being healthier through nutrition. Meal prep saves you time, stress, and money while reducing waste, helping you manage portions and calories, and keeping kitchen chaos at a minimum.

If you were ever having a tough day, talking to Brandon Glass-Neismith might be the boost of energy you needed. Despite battling with Cerebral Palsy throughout his life, Brandon brings a winning attitude to everything he does each day.

In honor of National Nutrition Month, let’s discuss pre-workout meals! It can be challenging to decide what to eat before heading to the Y. There are a lot of myths out there about whether you should even be eating before a workout.

Antonia Warner has been around the YMCA for most of her life. She is the daughter of Steve Warner, a volunteer Board Member whose connection to the YMCA dates to the former Southeast Family YMCA. When Antonia’s hometown branch — the Schottland Family YMCA — needed assistance, she was able to step up.

With all the shopping, cooking, family visits and gatherings, it can sometimes be a challenge to keep up with your health and wellness goals during the holiday season. Luckily, the Y is here to help everyone feel their best – even when life gets busy.

YMCA OF GREATER ROCHESTER’S MOBILE APP AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD FOR APPLE, ANDROID DEVICES The YMCA of Greater Rochester has an app to keep you informed of all that is happening at the YMCA of Greater Rochester. The app is free, and available to download now.

Whether it's National Yoga Month (September), International Day of Day (June 21) or a Tuesday morning at the Y, we LOVE yoga and its many benefits.