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Health & Wellness Clinics

Below you will find information offered at the YMCA of Middletown as preventative and pro-active programs and clinics.

For further information, please contact Debbie Brain, Wellness Director at 845.956.1501 or email dbrain@middletownymca.org.

+/-       Diabetes Prevention

Available at:
YMCA of Middletown

Diabetes Prevention at the YMCA 

The New York State Diabetes Prevention and Control Program is partnering with the New York State Health Foundation and the New York State YMCA Foundation to offer the NYS YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program (NYS Y-DPP).  The NYS Y-DPP was designed and researched by the Indiana University School of Medicine to aid in the prevention of diabetes for individuals who have pre-diabetes. 

The program meets for 16 weeks in a group setting where personal lifestyle goals are set for each individual.  Each one-hour session will cover diet, exercise and behavior modification to help participants achieve two primary goals:
  • Reduce and maintain individual weight loss by 5-7%
  • Participate in regular physical activity
Though lifestyle change is not easy, the goals set for the NYS Y-DPP participants are achievable.  Each of us can work to reduce diabetes by supporting these lifestyle changes in ourselves, our families and in our communities. 

To register for the program, contact Ed Duvinski at 845.344.9622 ext. 233 or email eduvinski@middletownymca.org

Click on the link below for updates from the NYS Health Foundation:
http://www.nyshealthfoundation.org/section/spotlight/.



DID YOU KNOW?
  • Pre-diabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are high but not high enough to meet the criteria for diabetes. 
  • An estimated 57 million Americans have pre-diabetes - one-third of the U.S. population.
  • Up to 83% of people with pre-diabetes will develop diabetes without any lifestyle change.
  • Diabetes is a leading cause of heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney disease and nerve damage.
  • Diabetes and obesity can decrease life expectancy by up to 10 years - the same as smoking.
  • Pre-diabetes and diabetes cost the U.S. health care system an estimated $218 billion dollars in 2007.
The good news is that we now know how to prevent or delay diabetes in people with pre-diabetes!

 What you receive with the NYS YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program:
  • Lifestyle coach
  • Group and individual support
  • Educational materials
  • Personalized feedback
  • Introduction to physical activity
  • Pedometer
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Sample menus
  • Lifetime friends
  • Invaluable information
  • A healthier you!
Session Descriptions:
  1. Welcome & Getting Started
  2. Be a Fat and Calorie Detective
  3. Ways to Eat Less Fat and Fewer Calories
  4. Healthy Eating
  5. Move Those Muscles
  6. Being Active: A Way of Life
  7. Tip the Calorie Balance
  8. Take Charge of What's Around You
  9. Problem Solving
  10. Four Keys to Healthy Eating Out
  11. Talk Back to Negative Thoughts
  12. The Slippery Slope of Lifestyle Change
  13. Jump Start Your Activity Plan
  14. Make Social Cues Work for You
  15. You Can Manage Stress
  16. Ways to Stay Motivated

+/-       FREE Heart Health Screenings

Representative's from Orange Regional's Healthy Heart Program will be offering FREE HEART HEALTH SCREENINGS at the YMCA of Middletown from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM on the following dates:

Thursday, January 26, 2012
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Thursday, November 15, 2012

Participants will receive information on their blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose, weight and other risk factors as well as practical tips for following a heart-healthy lifestyle. 

The screenings are FREE to YMCA members and the community.


+/-       Get Started

Available at:
YMCA of Middletown

The Get Started  Program is a 9 week program designed for New or Returning Health Seekers. Perfect for Members looking to become proficient at utilizing all the available exercise equipment. 

  • Small Group Coaching
  • Weekly Sessions
  • Wellness and Nutritional Handouts

MAKE THE COMMITMENT TO YOUR HEALTH TODAY!
This $25.00 program is available to YMCA Members only.  For further information, please contact Ed at 845.344.9622 x233 or email at eduvinski@middletownymca.org

What can you expect of the GET STARTED Program?
  • A structured 9 week intro-to-wellness program.  Exercise begins slowly and gradually increases in a safe and attainable manner, no matter what  your level of fitness.  Wellness and nutrition tips will be handed out weekly.
  • Each GET STARTED member is assigned to a group with an exercise coach.  Exercise coaches will closely monitor your attendance, provide support, motivation and encouragement while teaching you  the basics of fitting activity into your lifestyle.
  • Your group will meet with your coach for 45 minutes once weekly for 8 weeks.  All coaching sessions will be at the same time, on your selected day of the week,. Sessions cannot be made up on an individual basis, so please attend every session with your group.
  • Although each exercise coach is a certified personal trainer or YMCA fitness trainer, GET STARTED is not apersonal training or nutritional counseling.  Your coach will follow a weekly lesson plan and other guidance and support on  your road to a healthier lifestyle.
9 WEEK WELLNESS PROGRAM includes weekly:
  • Approximately 45 minute group coaching sessions
  • Handouts on exercises.
WEEK 1:
Health questionnaire, par Q prodamg detais with new members
WEEK 2:
Introduction to Basecamp equipment, basic stretching techniques
Handouts:  Diaphragmatic breathing, why warm up and coold down.  Outfitting your feet for exercise, 8 tips on eating healthier.
WEEK 3:
Abdominal Exercises. 
Handouts: Resting heart rate, benefits of strenght training, opposing muscle groups, tips for a better core.
WEEK 4:
Glutes, hips Legs and Back
Handouts:  Dietary fitness rules, foods for the sexes.
Week 5:
Chest, shoulders and arms
Handouts:  4-3-2-1 tips, we name names
Week 6:
Intro to the Stability Ball
Handouts:  25 nutritions tips,25 healthy superfoods
WEEK 7:
Intro to Resistance Bands
Handouts: Lingo, Lingo, Lingo, Resistance band intro
WEEK 8:
No Equipment Workout
Handouts: benefits of eating fresh fruit
WEEK 9:
Culmination of 8 Weeks of Instruction ... full workout
Handouts:  2 workout formats, extra calories info sheet