YMCA of the North Blog

Demographic changes in the Twin Cities are creating an urgent need to promote healthy living at every age to ensure quality of life.

Top places to run in the metro

Health, wellness and social activities—the YMCA has it all

April is a great time to give back

Laying a foundation for young learners to become active, engaged civic leaders is the essence of the YMCA Youth in Government program.

The basics of run-friendly footwear

Skip the solo route and try working out with others

Realizing the best mobility in over a decade

Celebrate eye health in March

Over 7,800 volunteers from the YMCA of the North bring about meaningful, enduring change by giving back to their communities.

Courtesy of Maren Longfellow, YMCA Customer Service

Find out why Pilates could be your next great workout

Since 1946, the Y’s Youth in Government has provided students with the opportunity to develop leadership, build citizenship skills and experience democracy.

The Y’s Before and After School Program combines academics with play and offers a caring and safe environment for children who would otherwise be left unsupervised.

Summer is the ideal time for children and teens to get up, get out and explore.

Although the natural landscape is full of beautiful lakes, enjoying the water isn’t without risk.

The state of an unhealthy America is causing rising rates of chronic disease and obesity.

There are many YGTC program offerings for older adults to live healthier

Forty-six percent of the homeless people in the state of Minnesota are age 21 and younger.

How can we go help the 46 percent of the homeless people in the state of Minnesota who are age 21 and younger?

15 simple ways to get off the couch during the big game

Learn the facts and get motivated with these ideas

Beat the winter chill without busting plans for healthy eating

Get answers to common questions about metabolism

Courtesy of Maren Longfellow, YMCA Customer Service

Honor Dr. King on January 19

Find fun and inspiration in top trends

Tips to prepare for surgery, and help aid recovery

Consider healthier alternatives to sugary sodas

Simplify holiday shopping with this list

Assess your child’s readiness for the overnight camp experience

6 ways to make gratitude part of your everyday life

Get informed about diabetes and how the Y can help you reduce your risks

Bust common misconceptions and see the benefits of exercise

Get the skinny on right-sizing your food choices

Body Mass Index: what you need to know

Celebrate the season at the Y or at home

YMCA Camp du Nord is for individuals, families and groups

Hudson Y Members triumphed at Minnesota senior games

Try your hand at a game that’s part tennis, part badminton

Harvest season produces plenty of possibilities

Autumn adventures all around the metro

Build small changes into your lifestyle

Largest-ever one-time grant kicks off an exciting IT improvement policy

Channel your inner photographer for a chance to win Y gear.

Try these tips and ideas for smarter food options.

How the Y helped this young adult regain physical, social and cognitive skills.

Ideas for getting more steps (or pedals) in during the week.

Visit the Y at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

You’ve seen Jillian Michaels on TV, now try her class at the Y