Welcome to This is Y, the podcast where fitness meets community, and well-being is a shared journey. Whether you’re hitting the gym, learning more about ways to improve and enhance your daily life, or simply trying to live a healthier lifestyle, we’re here to support, inspire, and empower you. Each week, we dive into the latest in fitness trends, health tips, and stories from community partners and real people—just like you—who are making their wellness a priority. Join us as we explore the power of fitness, health, and the bonds that help us thrive.
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Episode Guide
Healthy Living Programs
February 15, 2025
This episode of This is Y focuses on one of the pillars that guides the YMCA… Healthy Living. This episode focuses on some of the programs at the Y like Healthy Aging, Livestrong & how the Y helps members deal with chronic diseases.
Together Against Hate
February 7, 2025
In this episode, we focus on one of the pillars that guides the YMCA… Social Responsibility. We specifically talk about the Together Against Hate series and the 2nd annual Racing Against Hate 5K.
Northwest Jacksonville Impact
January 31, 2025
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring success stories of Tiger Academy, a Northside school committed to academic excellence, character development, and shaping future leaders. We explore how its partnership with the Johnson Family YMCA, a cornerstone of the community since 1948, has created lasting opportunities for local youth. From its deep-rooted history to its vision for the future, the Johnson Family YMCA continues to be a hub for empowerment, education, and community support. Tune in as we celebrate the impact of these First Coast YMCA institutions and the lives they’ve transformed.
Mental Well-Being
January 24, 2025
The third Monday of January has been termed ‘Blue Monday,’ but why? In this episode, we talk with First Coast YMCA’s Senior Director of Healthy Living Connie Smith to discuss why mental well-being is so important. She will also be joined by the Horschel Family and will explore their unique and long-standing partnership with the Y.
Youth Sports
January 17, 2025
Youth Sports is an integral part of the Y’s history and just as important to its future. First Coast YMCA’s VP of Programs Candace Burrows and Associate Executive Director of the Winston Y Burt Cannon discuss the improvements made to this year’s program and why team sports are so important in early childhood development.
This is Y
January 10, 2025
Join First Coast YMCA CEO Eric Mann, along with former FIS CEO, President and Chairman Gary Norcross, and North Florida Market President of Florida Blue Darnell Smith as we discover what makes Jacksonville’s health and wellness landscape so unique.
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