On May 29, 2015, the YMCA of Central Florida officially launched the YMCA’s HealthierLifeRX,  a three-year pilot program funded through a $1.7 million grant from United Health Foundation.  It is part of...

I love seeds. Do you? As I was preparing my breakfast this morning, I sprinkled a teaspoon of hemp and chia seeds to my Greek yogurt and strawberries. Yum! Not...

Can your food choices really improve your mood? Many experts and studies say the answer is yes, the foods you choose can improve your mood. If you think about it,...

Do you believe that a healthy lifestyle begins at home? I do indeed. In the United States there are over 150 million people including millions of children who suffer from...

Y members who participate in Youth Sports, Holiday and Summer Camps, Swim Lessons and Adult leagues save more than non-members. In addition to the financial savings, Y members have access...

You may have heard that eating certain foods can increase your risk for heart-related conditions. Did you also know that eating certain foods can decrease your risk of being affected...

Super Bowl Sunday is fast approaching. Many are still struggling with the dreaded “holiday weight gain.” So what is one to do when preparing to host a game day party? ...

We invite our members and Central Florida communities to join us at our 4th annual Seminole County Prayer Breakfast, Friday, Sept. 19, 7 a.m. at The Rink-Northland Church, 530 Dog...

DID YOU KNOW?:  The sport of Futsal was created by YMCAs in South America in the 1930’s and1940’s.   Futsal is a 5-on-5 version of soccer that is played indoors...

Instead of hitting the drive-through for lunch, plan ahead and prepare your own lunch. When you make it yourself, you control what goes your meal. Eating out often means getting...