YMCA Healthy Living, Healthy Community Blog

Love and hearts often come to mind at the mention February. During this month in American culture, we traditionally celebrate Valentine’s Day on February 14th. February is also American Heart Month… Continue Reading

1. Get Some Sleep You're never too old for a bedtime. Getting enough sleep is crucial for cognitive function that helps you to make healthy decisions throughout the day. 2. Love Your Workout … Continue Reading

Think you are raising the next LeBron James or Michael Phelps? Probably not, but parents’ behavior can be a reason children stop wanting to play sports. Check out these five ways to be a great… Continue Reading

For many kids, summer is considered to be a magical time. Summer means potential, energy and time for unstructured play. Magnify that magic with Y summer camp programs! The Y is one of the largest… Continue Reading

Breathe, Stretch, Re-charge Join instructor Jenny Leung as she helps you use yoga as a therapeutic antidote to stress: slowing down, doing less, and open to receiving. The practice of restorative… Continue Reading

Only one in three lower income youth participate in out-of-school time or expanded learning programs in St. Paul and Minneapolis, according to Youthprise. Youthprise also reports that… Continue Reading