The YMCA of Greater Brandywine invites the community to join in the fight against Diabetes – special events, expert advice and fun incentives planned
The statistics are staggering; 86 million American adults have prediabetes and another 2.9 million are living with diabetes. Today’s children are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at unprecedented rates. One of the best ways to combat diabetes is by making lifestyle changes including eating healthy and getting active.
In honor of World Diabetes Day on November 14, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is offering a special $1 joiner fee from November 13 through November 15 at all nine branches. Today is a great time to join the Y where membership means more. Now your Y is every Y in all of Pennsylvania and Delaware – at no extra charge. YMCA of Greater Brandywine members can use any Y in Pennsylvania and Delaware to make getting healthy even easier and more convenient.
At the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, we are committed to helping all community members get healthy and discover the joy of living in optimal health and wellness. We give community members the tools and support they need to not just start a healthy living program, but to stick with it long term.
On Wednesday, November 11, all YMCA of Greater Brandywine branches will feature a diabetes-focused Wellness Wednesday with community partners joining the Y to teach community members vital facts about diabetes. Professionals from West Chester University, Chester County Hospital, Jennersville Hospital, dietitians, and others will be in the lobbies to help you learn more about diabetes and how to prevent it. There will also be the opportunity for body fat and BMI testing along with activities and games for visitors to enjoy.
The Y isn’t just a gym; we are a supportive community offering many ways to get fit and healthy, volunteer and find camaraderie with like-minded people. Our branches provide not only 100s of exercise classes, pools and swim lessons, youth and adult sports, gyms and tracks; we are a community with family -friendly fitness classes and fun, enriching activities for all ages from children to seniors.
No matter what your age or fitness level, the Y will help you on the road to achieving optimal health.
Take the first step to a healthier you and join today! Visit any local Y branch or www.ymcagbw.org/diabetes for more information and join the Y’s commitment to diabetes prevention.
