TRAINERS SHARE ‘GO-TO’ WORKOUTS FOR A MENTAL HEALTH BOOST
Find out how exercise professionals choose to move when they want to shift their mindset – and see what the science says about how different activities protect mental health.
Lifting Weights to Lighten Mental Load
If Ben Main feels like nothing is going right for him and he can’t concentrate on his work, he knows it’s time to focus on his mindset. “I’m kind of superstitious, so if I know I can change things then I’m gonna make it happen!” He says that with a good workout, he can build the momentum he needs
The 50:50 Formula for Full Heart Health
What’s the best training mix for your heart?
Cardiovascular disease is the world’s #1 killer. We know physical activity plays a critical role.
At this very moment, around 620 million people are living with heart and circulatory diseases, and by the end of the year, another 60 million will have been diagnosed. In recent years, these deadly diseases have accounted for 20 million deaths annually, which is close to a third of all deaths globally.
While the risks are huge, so too is the opportunity to mitigate them.
Eating a nutritious diet, cutting back on salty or high-fat foods,
Community Food Resources for Those in Need
As many Greater Austin families face uncertainty due to recent changes in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), we want to do our part at the Y to help maintain your health.
Food insecurity not only affects physical health, but emotional well-being and a family’s ability to thrive. That’s why we’re sharing vital resources to help families access nutritious food and support during this challenging time.
What’s Happening with SNAP?
Due to the ongoing federal shutdown, SNAP benefits have only been partially funded in November. This change impacts over 160,000 individuals in Central Texas, including more than 25,000 children under age 5 and 15,000
Sports Summer Mini-Camps
Dig into a new sport every week!
Each camp will introduce fundamentals and skills in a fun environment. Sports included will be soccer, volleyball and basketball. Open to Ages 5-15 years old.
Soccer Camps Register Here
Volleyball Camp Register Here
Basketball Camp Register Here
All Sports Camp Register Here
YMCA Receives Community Award
The City of Austin Mayor’s Fitness Council recognized the YMCA of Austin with a “Moving the Needle” Award in a virtual ceremony with Mayor Steve Adler on Friday, September 17. The Y received the award for Community Engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, adapting its services to meet rapidly evolving community needs.
The YMCA of Austin has played an integral part in assisting communities across Travis, Hays and Bastrop Counties throughout the coronavirus pandemic. We have provided health and wellness activities for tens of thousands of neighbors, helped feed those experiencing hunger, cared for children of essential workers, provided a safe and healthy outdoor
