Florida’s nickname as the Sunshine State is well-deserved. While our state has an average of 237 sunny days per year—beating out the national average of 205—depending on where exactly you live, that...

The YMCA has been an organization that has understood the power of prayer for more than 176 years. George Williams, our founder, knew the power was not in the one who...

On a recent visit to my doctor for my annual physical, I was asked if I eat healthily. My answer was, of course, a resounding “yes!” Then he proceeded to...

April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, and as a nonprofit organization, the YMCA of Central Florida wouldn’t be where we are today without the selfless support of our volunteers throughout...

As I think about my family history, there’s a pattern of living long and being “sharp as a tack” as the saying goes. But why is that? Are there reasons...

The YMCA of Central Florida, Southwest Orlando Jaycees, and the Kennedy family have awarded a $1,500 Arthur Pappy Kennedy Scholarship to Jamya Davis! Jamya currently attends Apopka High School and...

Diabetes is a disease that affects thousands of men, women, and even children across the US. American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Alert Day (observed in March) and National Diabetes Awareness Month...

Did your mother ever tell you that breakfast was the most important meal of the day? My mom sure did… and all my friends’ moms did, too. According to an...

Think about your current position in life, be it personal and/or professional. Five years ago, would you have imagined yourself where you are now, doing what you’re doing? Go back...

When it comes to improving your well-being, eating healthy is right up there with exercise. Making better food choices doesn’t mean bland, boring, expensive, or inconvenient meals and snacks. It...