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With each New Year comes a feeling of making a fresh start in all areas of life, and for most of us that includes an exercise program and living a healthier lifestyle. Making that decision often affects the entire family, and that initial commitment toward a lifestyle change can seem overwhelming, unless you and your family have the programs and activities in place, keeping you active and committed after those thoughts of resolutions have faded. The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina is a great place for the entire family to be successful in their resolutions for 2012!

Whatever Your Resolution, There’s a Plan for It!

“At the first of the year, we have new members who join the YMCA because they have made that decision to make a change in their lives, but lots of times they aren’t sure where to begin. Our staff is available to help you and your family  members discover what type of exercise each of you enjoys, get you involved and give you all the support needed to start the year off right. Each YMCA offers a free 3-day  pass to those  interested in seeing what the Y has for them, and we encourage possible new members to take full advantage of those 3 days, through using the entire facility and checking out classes. The Ys in our area are invested in the success of our members and our community and in creating a great experience in each class or activity, leading to success in a workout. Getting stronger and healthier goes beyond the Y’s walls, helping people be more engaged in every area of their lives,” said DeDe Cox, Group  Fitness Director, Jerry Long Family YMCA.

Something for Everyone

We all want to look and feel our best, not only for ourselves, but for our loved ones, and the YMCA can help with an activity or program for anyone in the family. There are those who like to do their workout on their own in the fitness room, lined with cardio- and weight-training machines and free weights, but some members turn to the group exercise classes to add something different to a humdrum workout routine. “There is something for everyone when it comes to our group exercise classes. From the Latin music and energy of Zumba, to Les Mills class offerings like BODYPUMP ®, which takes the intimidation out of weight-lifting, to the calming effects of yoga, we work with you to find something that is the right fit for you in our Y classes,” said Chelsea Cullen, Communications Director for the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina.

Read more on page 23 in the January 2011 Issue