As a leading nonprofit dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program, is aimed at empowering individuals to live life to its fullest and healthiest potential.
The 12-month group-based program comprises 16 core sessions held weekly for 16 consecutive weeks, followed by an additional 9 sessions spread throughout the remaining months. Participants engage in discussions on topics including healthy eating, stress reduction, problem-solving, and more.
The program’s goals are to help you shed 7% of body weight and gradually increase physical activity to a minimum of 150 minutes per week. The aim is to empower individuals to make sustainable lifestyle changes and prevent the onset of diabetes.
Programs like these are made possible by the support of the community through donations and volunteers. If you would like to help support the Blue Water Area YMCA and its Open Arms Campaign, visit: bluewaterymca.com.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
