Healthy Living
By Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN in partnership with Eggland’s Best Post a snack list on the fridge Have a list posted on the fridge of available and healthy snacks so it’s more likely everyone will choose those nourishing options when hunger hits. Snacks that have protein and produce are great options such as an Eggland’s Best hard-cooked egg and cucumbers, nut butter and celery, a cheese stick with an apple,...
Updates & Events
“Dirty Little Secret” Whenever I get the chance to meet current students at my alma mater or those considering that fine school in Charlottesville, I have to work on keeping...
Updates & Events
February 22 is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent. This 40-day period is when Christians come together for a time of prayer and preparation to celebrate Easter. It’s a...
Updates & Events
“You Did It!” Moving here in late summer of 2021, my wife and I were consumed with trying to find the right community for our family. We were leaving a...
Healthy Living
According to research,* 4 out of 10 cancer cases in the United States are associated with preventable risk factors. Excess body weight, poor diet, and physical inactivity are factors that...
Social Responsibility
A timeline of milestones by African-Americans in the YMCA 1850 – 1900 The first YMCA created by the black community began less than two years after Thomas Sullivan bought the...
Updates & Events
“…For ALL.” I pray that each of you have welcomed the new year blessed and refreshed after spending quality time with friends and family. In our household, I was happy...
Social Responsibility
Watch as Reverend Archie Adams, Director of Christian Initiatives, delivers a message about the reason for the season! From all of us at the YMCA of Central Florida, we hope...
Updates & Events
Kris Kringle As you all know, I’m the proud father of a beautiful little girl who continually amazes and impresses us with every breath and step she takes. She’s a...
Family Centers
Andy Weighill is the new Executive Director of the Golden Triangle YMCA. Originally from Detroit, Andy is a former college athlete and holds a degree in both History Education and...
