Arthritis is a painful joint stiffness and inflammation affecting 1 in 5 Americans. That is approximately 52.5 million Americans, 50% of which are adults over the age of 65. Making Arthritis the most common cause of disability in the US.
Though there is no known cure, low-intensity physical activity has been proven to reduce pain, improve functioning, elevate mood, and delay disability.
EnhanceFitness® is a group exercise program that uses easy to learn movements. As a participant, you have the ability to track your performance and improve using validated information. Endorsed by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, we are proud to be offering this program at many of our Family Facilities at the YMCA’s of Florida’s First Coast.
EnhanceFitness® (formerly Lifetime Fitness) is an evidence-based, community-delivered exercise program proven to increase strength, boost activity levels, and elevate mood. Certified EF instructors offer a program that focuses on stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics, and strength training exercises.
Over the 16-weeks, classes meet three times a week for one hour and implement these 5 physical activity components:
- Warm-up
- Aerobic/Cardio
- Cool Down
- Strength Training
- Flexibility/ Stretch
The strengthening exercises focus on major muscle groups using ankle and wrist weights, and ALL movements can be modified for each participant. An added bonus is the opportunity to make new friends and be in a supportive environment!
To learn more about the program and its benefits, check out this segment from First Coast News.
Cost
YMCA members: $100
Non-members: $200
(Financial Assistance is available for Duval County and West Augustine Residents)
Upcoming Classes
St. Augustine Family YMCA REGISTER NOW
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:30 – 12:30pm
Dye Clay Family YMCA (Orange Park) REGISTER NOW
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:00 – 2:00pm
YMCA at Wildlight REGISTER NOW
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Starts Monday, January 26nd
Williams Family YMCA (Mandarin) REGISTER NOW
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30am – 11:30pm
McArthur Family YMCA (Amelia Island) REGISTER NOW
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 2:00pm- 3:00pm
YMCA at Nocatee REGISTER NOW
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 2:15pm- 3:15pm
YMCA at West St. Augustine REGISTER NOW (offered at no cost thanks to funding from the United Way of St John’s County)
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:00pm- 1:00pm
Winston Family YMCA (Riverside)
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:00pm- 1:00pm
YMCA membership is not required to participate in this evidence based health program.
Please contact Healthy Living at 904.265.1777 or myhealth@fcymca.org to express your interest and learn more. You may also fill out the form below to learn more about our Healthy Living programs.
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