YMCA LIVESTRONG: 12-week program helps cancer survivors recover

The Tri-County YMCA announces the launch of LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a 12 week program to help cancer survivors reclaim their total health.

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is an evidence-based program that has impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of adults recovering from cancer since its launch in 2007.

Cancer is a life-changing disease that takes a tremendous physical and emotional toll on those affected. The Y and the LIVESTRONG Foundation have joined together to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, an evidence based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health. 

Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely achieve their goals such as building muscle mass and strength, increasing flexibility and endurance, and improving confidence and self-esteem. By focusing on the whole person and not the disease, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is helping people move beyond cancer in spirit, mind, and body. 

Classes will be held on Tuesdays & Thursdays from August 6th to October 24th Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. EST at the Clem & Mary Lange YMCA, 131 E 16th Street in Ferdinand.

This program is free, and participants will receive a free three-month membership to the Y.

Participants must complete an assessment prior to attending the program. For more info about the program visit:
https: //www.ymca.org/what-we-do/healthy-living/fitness/livestrong

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is set to launch their first session of this 12-week program on August 6th at the Clem and Mary Lange branch in Ferdinand. Spots are limited so contact them today for more information and to reserve your place in the program. Call 812-367-2323 or email Lauren Hinkle at lauren@tricountyymca.org.

For more information about the Tri-County YMCA visit their website: https://tricountyymca.org