Health & Wellness
At the Y, we believe in making sure that you are healthy in spirit, mind, and body. We recognize that living a healthier, more active lifestyle is not always easy and has its challenges. That’s why at the Y we strive to provide a wide variety of programs and services, along with well-trained and supportive staff to help you start and stay on your journey to a healthier new you. Programs vary by branch.
Wellness Orientation
Physical fitness can be measured, improved, and guided to an enhanced feeling of well-being, leading you to a better life. For members looking to track their health and well-being progress, consider baseline and follow-up fitness assessments. YMCA staff can perform an evaluation that will provide you with current fitness levels that can establish a starting point and/or identify training needs. Follow-up assessments can evaluate the success of the program in achieving your objectives.
Contact the Member Service Desk to schedule your free orientation.
EGYM + Evolt
At the Genesee County Branch, our EGYM Smart Strength equipment and Evolt Body Composition Scanner work together to create a more personalized fitness experience.
EGYM uses smart technology to guide you through efficient, full-body strength workouts that automatically adjust to your fitness level and track your progress over time. Paired with the Evolt scanner, members can gain deeper insight into body composition metrics like muscle mass, body fat percentage, hydration, and more to help set goals and measure results beyond the scale.
Whether you are just starting your wellness journey or looking to take your training to the next level, these tools provide a supportive, data-driven approach to fitness and overall health.
FES Bike Program
The FES Bike program consists of a functional electrical stimulation bike available for participant use. This program is designed for individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and certain neurological conditions. The bike uses electrodes placed on major muscle groups in the legs to stimulate movement, helping to reduce atrophy and improve circulation.
A doctor’s approval and prescription are required, as there are some contraindications for use.
This program is made possible through donations and grants from the Ricky Palermo Foundation. It is the only program of its kind in the GLOW Region, providing access to highly specialized equipment that is rarely available outside of clinical or rehabilitation settings.