LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA exists to help cancer survivors along their health journeys both physically and emotionally. It is a 12-week program designed for the period survivors go through between completing treatment and feeling strong enough to return to normal life.

Coaches develop individual programs in a small group setting to help you:

  • Build muscle mass & strength
  • Increase flexibility & endurance
  • Prevent unwanted weight changes
  • Improve energy levels & self esteem
  • Develop a community of fellow survivors

 

Available at 5 branches at no cost: Downtown, Hamilton, North River, Cleveland and North Georgia YMCAs. For more information, email livestrong@ymcachattanooga.org or call your local branch.

 

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GROWING STRONGER TOGETHER

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is a FREE 12-week program for adult cancer survivors. Trained Y wellness coaches work with you in your transition from treatment to regaining your physical and emotional strength.

Coaches develop individual programs in a small group setting to help you:

  • Build muscle mass and strength
  • Increase flexibility and endurance
  • Improve day-to-day life
  • Prevent unwanted weight changes
  • Improve energy levels and self esteem
  • Develop a community of fellow survivors as well as Y staff & members

For more information, call or visit your local Y branch. Space is limited! Sign up ASAP.

 

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Our Mission: to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. 

At the YMCA, we believe in working together to achieve an environment that is welcoming for all individuals regardless of age, religion, ability, gender or socioeconomic status. To achieve our mission of empowering all people, the Y is committed to providing a space that embodies our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.