Testimonials Archive - YMCA Prairie

Body & Soul Class Builds Faith, Strength & Friendship

Started January 28, 2021 0 80 0

The Body and Soul exercise class at the YMCA at Gothenburg Health encourages women to build stronger bodies, stronger faith and lasting friendships. The Body part of the class incorporates strength training, cardio, drumming and core work into a routine that caters to people of all...

Lexington Mom Sheds 240 Pounds With Help of YMCA

Started December 28, 2020 0 451 0

Exercising at the Orthman Community YMCA provided the boost that Sandy Alva needed to shed the last 180 pounds of her 240-pound weight-loss journey.

Friends Help Each Other Live Healthier at YMCA

Started November 30, 2020 0 311 0

Three Holdrege friends found a way to stay connected during the COVID-19 pandemic. They joined the Don Sjogren Community YMCA, together, and have found improved health and social connection.

Pickleball Provides Social & Physical Health Benefits

Started November 2, 2020 0 358 1

Pickleball is a sport that is gaining momentum at all three local YMCA branches.

Exercise Part of the Job for Local Police Officers

Started September 30, 2020 0 566 0

Daily exercise is proven to save lives. But, for local law enforcement officers, those workouts are even more important to saving lives.

Counselor Returns to YMCA Role After Tragic Accident

Started August 31, 2020 0 1017 8

After a tragic car accident left a former YMCA camper and counselor paralyzed from the waist down, she found a home again at the Don Sjogren Community YMCA.

Siblings Combine Talents in New YMCA Program Roles

Started June 29, 2020 0 547 4

Siblings Amber Holbrook and Daniel Holbrook are looking forward to working with each other and hope to add some new momentum and fresh ideas to the already great lineup of programs offered at the YMCA in Lexington.

Disability Doesn’t Stop Berg From Active Life

Started June 1, 2020 0 662 4

Despite being born with a mild form of cerebral palsy, Ethan has completed marathons in the Youth Run Club and has participated in the Duck Run, Gators Swim Team and CrossFit Motivate all at the Don Sjogren Community YMCA. The YMCA empowered him to reach his full potential, built his...

Converse Family Connects at YMCA

Started April 2, 2020 0 473 0

The Converse family has become more involved in the YMCA over the years, and they are now living healthier and more connected lives because of the Y. “We have all gotten stronger, faster and more coordinated, David said. “I lost 65 pounds, which helped me control my diabetes much...

Friendship and Fitness Flourish in YMCA Pool

Started February 25, 2020 0 924 3

When Gothenburg friends Linda Erickson and Barb Fink retired, they decided it was time to focus on their health and wellness. Today, the two friends make their weekday morning water workouts at the YMCA at Gothenburg Health a priority and have noticed the benefits. “Both of us have...

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