Exercise is important! But, research shows that health benefits are greater when proper nutrition is also followed. Depending on your individual routine and needs, this can look different.
A buddy by your side can make all the difference. In the spirit of the Y’s new Member Referral Program, where it pays to help your friends and loved ones stay active, we've created a partner workout.
If you've ever shown up for a workout at the Y not knowing quite where to start, you're not alone. Brett's story proves a little guidance and encouragement from Y wellness staff can lead to lasting results.
We’re more likely to follow through and continue challenging ourselves when a friend is there to encourage and motivate us, especially on the days we feel tired.
Some of our members—women in particular—worry that lifting heavier weights will lead to beefy muscle tone and a “too buff” physique. In fact, lifting weights leads men AND women to a leaner body and a higher metabolism.