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LiveStrong at the Y - Cancer Survivorship
RECLAIMING WELL-BEING AFTER CANCER DIAGNOSIS
The physical, emotional, and financial toll of cancer doesn’t just disappear when treatment ends. LIVESTONG at the YMCA is a free, evidence-based 12-week exercise program designed for survivors to help them reclaim their well-being after diagnosis.
Led by specialized trainers, LIVESTRONG focuses on the whole person, not just the disease. Participants will discover a supportive community of other survivors and certified instructors to help them every step of the way. Participants report a significant decrease in cancer fatigue, improved fitness, and better confidence and self esteem.
What to Expect:
- 10-12 week program
- Two 75 to 90-minute sessions per week
- Cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, balance and flexibility exercises
- Fitness and quality of life assessments before and after participation
- YMCA-certified instructors helping you every step of the way
Who can Participate:
Any adult 18 years old or older who is living with or beyond cancer treatment.
Parkinson's Support
Are you or someone you know affected by Parkinson’s disease?
EXERCISE FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE
DEFEAT PD
Defeat PD is a Parkinson-specific group exercise class, conducted by PWR!Moves (Parkinson Wellness Recovery) certified instructors, focused on keeping you moving and doing more of what you want to do! As you practice, you will be challenged physically and cognitively while working on fitness goals: strength, balance, agility, aerobics, and flexibility. Exercises are designed to improve your fitness, counteract your PD symptoms and increase your daily activity. This whole-body, function-focused exercise class will push you to do more than you think you can in a fun, empowering, and enriching environment!
Session Dates:
- January 6th – March 28th, 2025
- April 7th – June 27th
- July 7th – September 26th
- October 6th – December 26th
Locations, Days and Times:
Greystone YMCA 5414 US-280 Birmingham, AL 35242
Days and times: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Pelham YMCA 2610 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL 35124
Days and times: Tuesday and Friday 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Registration: Registration is required for this program. Candidates must complete a digital welcome packet with intake forms that can be completed at home. Once received, one of our specialized trainers conduct a brief in-person movement assessment with each candidate.
For more information and to register, contact Andrea Pindroh at Apindroh@ymcabham.org
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUPS
Our goal is to provide education, fellowship, and resources for those with Parkinson’s and their care partners.
Greystone: Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday each month from 1-2:30pm.
Contact Andrea Pindroh at apindroh@ymcabham.org for more information.
Pelham: Support Group meets the 1st Wednesday each month from 9:30-11am.
Contact Alane Cleavelin at acleavelin@ymcabham.org for more information.
Hoover: Support Group meets the 1st Thursday each month from 1-2:30pm
Contact Alane Cleavelin at acleavelin@ymcabham.org for more information.
Trussville: Support Group meets the 1st Wednesday of the month at 12:30pm.
Contact Carrie Dunn at cdunn@ymcabham.org for more information.
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