Health & Wellness
Programs
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Ready Set Go 2.0
This is the most exciting weight management program the Greater Waterbury YMCA has ever introduced to date! We have left no stone unturned. You get everything in this program. As a result of the Ready Set Go! 2.0 program you will lose weight, become stronger, know how to eat right to keep that weight off, and be much happier and more confident about yourself than you have been in years. This is a no brainer!
MoreReady Set Go Testimonials
"You'd be a fool not to take advantage of the support and professional advice that is free of charge." –Bob Twombly
"I'm not as tired, can breathe better and have more energy." -Wally Sousa
"The lifestyle initiatives were influential to my success because they allowed me to have more time for myself. I learned how to enjoy life more and feel more positive and confident. The program will teach you how to be a better person with a healthy positive lifestyle." –Naghma Amir
"It's more than just cardio and strength. Ready Set Go covers all aspects of life." –Kathy Brown
"I enjoy exercising much more now that I know what I am doing and how to exercise properly."
Here's what you get:
- Health & Wellness Support Team
- Cardio Programming that will maximize fat loss, calorie burn and your time
- Nutritional Guidance (when to eat, what to eat, and how much to eat)
- Strength Training workouts
- Exercise program modifications
- Opportunity to learn and use free weight exercises in your own program
- Guidance on how to organize your personal time and life to maximize your overall happiness and well-being
- Weekly Weigh Ins
- 15 minute individual follow-up meetings with our Health & Wellness Team every week
- Goal Setting
- Peace of mind knowing that we are here to encourage and support you every step of the way
- An educational experience on your Health & Wellness that you will be able to take with you for the rest of your life
FREE Exclusively to Greater Waterbury YMCA Members (12 weeks)
Brass City Meltdown 2010 Coming Soon!!!
For more information email: chibbs@waterburyymca.org
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Group Fitness
At the Waterbury YMCA we invite people from all walks of life, regardless of shape or size, to participate in our Group Fitness program.
MoreYou don't have to be perfect, or be able to keep up with choreography; you can even have two left feet! We don't care if you are 18 or 80, over weight or thin, short or tall, muscular or mushy, or anywhere in between. We offer a program that caters to all people no matter what fitness level.
Group Fitness is a place where our members don't feel self-conscious, and don't worry about what others think because we are all here for one reason; to do something good for our body.
At the heart of our program stands a tremendously dedicated and energetic staff whose main goal is to create an environment where everyone feels accepted.
Come join us for a truly amazing experience.
Download the 2010 Group Fitness schedule.
For more information email: ygroupfitness@waterburyymca.org
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Seniors - Active Older Adults (AOA) Club)
Come join the AOA Club to get a great workout and meet new friends! The classes are designed to put little stress on your joints and they are appropriate for all fitness levels. Whether you have been working out regularly, or have not worked out in years, these classes will be sure to meet your needs. A chair is optional in all AOA Club classes.
Free for Members OR $35 for AOA Club Pass
MoreAOA Club – Walking Program
Join us in the gym and walk for as long as you like! Participants are allowed to walk for 15 minutes or walk up to the full hour scheduled- you choose! Monday, Wednesday, & Fridays 7:30 – 8:30 am. FREE for members of the Y and / or AOA members. All other participants - $1 donation is suggested.
AOA Club (Silver Sneakers) Muscular Strength and Range of Movement
The instructor will lead you through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and skills required during activities for daily living. The focus of the class is functional strength training to help you in your every day life.
AOA Club Cardio & Muscle Mix
Enjoy an aerobic workout that is healthy for your heart. Easy to follow steps are designed to give you a safe and fun workout. Resistance tools will be offered for additional muscular conditioning and a chair is used for seated and standing support.
AOA Club Yoga Stretch:
A mix of stretching, meditation, and yoga utilizing a chair.
Download the 2010 Group Fitness schedule.
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SilverSneakers ®
Join the nation's leading fitness program for older adults fitness program for adults at no additional cost beyond your monthly health plan premium. Get fit, have fun, make friends…with the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program!
MoreSilverSneakers® offers an innovative blend of physical activity, healthy lifestyle and socially oriented programming that allows older adults to take greater control of their health. SilverSneakers members receive:
- A free Greater Waterbury YMCA membership with access to conditioning classes, exercise equipment, pool, sauna and other available amenities
- Access to any participating fitness center throughout the U.S. while traveling
- Customized SilverSneakers classes designed exclusively for older adults who want to improve their strength, flexibility, balance and endurance
- Health education seminars and other events that promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle
- A specially trained Senior AdvisorSM at the fitness center to introduce you to SilverSneakers and acquaint you with their site
The award-winning SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is a proven, results-oriented program that enables older adults, often burdened with chronic conditions, to take charge of their health and maintain an active, independent lifestyle.
The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is a winner of the 2004 HAN Award from the Healthcare and Aging Network of the American Society on Aging.
- To find out if your Medicare health plan offers the program, visit www.silversneakers.com or call your health plan's customer service department.
- Check the Active Older Adults Program Schedule for SilverSneakers® Classes
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Y Training
Hi, my name is Chris Hibbs, CSCS and I am the Director of Y Training at the Greater Waterbury YMCA. For the past 5 years, I have been on a mission to help as many people as possible live healthier and happier lives. At the Greater Waterbury YMCA our training expertise and knowledge is top-notch, as all of our trainers are kept up to date with all the latest fitness research, design and practice. We currently offer customized one-on-one and semi-private fitness programs that focus on core and functional training. These programs educate, motivate, and support men, women, and teens to improve their health and fitness.
MoreOur Y Training team is highly qualified and all have the highest level certifications available. All training sessions are conducted either in our Wellness Center or in our private personal training room using stability balls, medicine balls, kettlebells and any other fun and challenging training equipment we can employ to help you achieve your goals. Whether you want to lose weight, feel better about yourself, run faster, improve your golf game or just go a day without pain we are here to turn your goals into reality.
I hope you will consider taking advantage of all the great opportunities and programs that Y Training has to offer. There is no limit to what your bodies can do. All it takes is a little hard work and dedication.
Once you are part of the Y Training community there is no turning back. You will never think of your body and exercise the same way. I guarantee it!
Chris Hibbs
Director of Y Training
Certified Strength and Conditioning SpecialistTraining Opportunities
One-on-One Sessions:
$50 - 1hr Session
$30 - 1/2hr SessionGroup Sessions (1 hr):
2 Person Group - $35/person
3 Person Group - $30/person
4 Person Group - $25/personFor more information email: ytraining@waterburyymca.org
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Y Eating
Programs:
• Medical Nutrition• Nutrition for Weight Loss• Sports Performance NutritionMoreDietitians:
Jennifer O'Donnell-Giles MS, RD, CSSD
Jennifer Giles is a registered dietitian and has received a dual master's degree in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from Columbia University. She is also a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. Jennifer has been working with adults and children for over 12 years in a myriad of settings including private practice, corporate wellness and clinical outpatient setting. In addition she is certified by the American Dietetic Association in Child and Adolescent Weight Management, and is a Reebok certified cycling instructor.Jennifer is a professional member of ADA (American Dietetic Association), ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine), SCAN (Sports and Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutritionists) and NE (Nutrition Entrepreneurs). Ms. Giles is the former Director of Corporate Wellness at Pfizer Inc. and former Fitness and Wellness Director of the Farmington Valley Family YMCA. She has conducted wellness workshops in New York and Connecticut for many corporations including Pfizer, Allen and Company, General Electric and Merrill Lynch.
Having been a runner for 17 years, Jennifer now has a personal passion for the sport of Triathlon. She is a 2006 Ironman USA Lake Placid finisher, a PowerBar Team Elite '06-'07 Sponsored Athlete and a member of the 2006 Aquaphor/Active.com Sponsored Athlete Team.
Jennifer has made it her mission to educate and motivate adults and children - to be active and healthy …for a lifetime! She believes there is an athlete in everyone-no matter what your abilities are.
Debbie Rescsanski
Debbie Rescsanski is a registered dietitian, nutrition/wellness education speaker, college instructor, and corporate R.D. with over 20 years of experience. Extensive clinical experience in the following areas: Weight Loss Management, Diabetes,Prenatal Nutrition/Lactation/Gestational Diabetes, Eating Disorders, Cardiovascular Disease, GI disease/Food Allergies, Renal/Kidney Disease and Wellness Education. She has received special certification from the American Dietetic Association for Pediatric and Adult Weight Management Counseling.Experiences includes counseling both individuals and groups in physician's offices, hospitals, sub-acute rehabilitation centers and corporate settings.
She has been a lifelong fitness enthusiast and athlete. Throughout many years of nutritional counseling she has enjoyed helping people achieve their goals and feel and look their best, by working as their coach and providing lots of support and motivation.
Private Nutritional Counseling Fees:
$125 first consultation
$100 each follow up meetingFor more information email: yeating@waterburyymca.org
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Triathlon Club
Make this the year you Tri with the Y! Join the Greater Waterbury YMCA's Triathlon Club
Whether you are new to the sport, looking for a training buddy, on a quest for PR, or maybe you love to run, bike, swim or all three--We Want You to Join the Club!
MoreClub Benefits:
- Detailed Training Plan
- Monthly Tri Lectures
- Team Uniforms
- Weekly Spin Classes (Winter)
- Group Outdoor Rides (Starts Tues April 6th)
- Track Workouts
- Swim Clinics and Open Water Swims
- Strength Workouts by Y Training
- Performance Nutrition by Y Eating
- Team Social Events
- Fun and More...
First Timers to Seasoned Triathletes... Everyone is Welcome!
Contact Chris Hibbs at203-754-9622 x124 for more information
Check out the Waterbury YMCA Triathlon Club page on Facebook
Non-members can participate by purchasing a 6-month trial membership for $250
News/Events:
Greater Waterbury YMCA Tri club will have an informational meeting for returning and new participants of the Tri Club. The meeting will provide a 2009 year in review, 2010 calendar, training opportunities, events, and goals of the Tri Club. Please make every effort to attend. The Committee has been working hard in development of the NEW Tri Club structure to ensure success for all of our athletes.
Membership Options:
- Full Club training package $150
- Training package minus open water swims $75
- Tri Club Uniform and a la carte fitness/nutrition services $50
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