For many working families in North Central Ohio, finding reliable, high-quality child care is one of the most important — and often most daunting — decisions they face. The process can feel intimidating and overwhelming, especially when balancing work schedules, financial pressures, and the desire to provide the very best for their children. As the […]
From the YMCA of North Central Ohio
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Simple wellness tips for a healthier you
As the seasons change, so do our routines, but prioritizing your health should remainconsistent. YMCA of North Central Ohio, Healthy Living Coach Karyl Price shares some simple yet impactful tips to help you stay on track. 1. Staying hydrated While hydration is often top of mind during summer, it’s just as crucial in the colder […]
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Effective ab workouts you can do at home
Looking to strengthen your core without heading to the gym? Deb Roof, YMCA WellnessLeader, shares simple and effective ab exercises you can do from the comfort of your home.Remember to consult your doctor before starting any new workout routine. 1. Crunches Crunches are a classic ab exercise that targets your rectus abdominis, the muscle responsible […]
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Here’s your guide to starting a successful fitness journey
Embarking on a fitness journey can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach, it becomes a rewarding and empowering experience. Caitlin Harley, a personal trainer at the YMCA, shares her top tips for beginners looking to build sustainable habits and achieve their health goals. 1. Keep goal-setting simple Start by setting a big goal—something that […]
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Local YMCA Kids Club brings comfort to children in need
COLUMBUS — The YMCA of North Central Ohio Kids Club program at the Shelby, Lexington, and Mansfield locations joined forces to make a meaningful impact on their community. Together, they successfully raised funds to purchase materials for creating 25 handmade blankets, which have been donated to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The project, led by our YMCA […]
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Shelby branch of YMCA offers free self-protection class for women
SHELBY — The Shelby branch of the YMCA of North Central Ohio will offer a free empowerment and self-protection class for women and teens (14+), taught by Reneta Music. Space is limited to 20 people. Partners are preferred (mother/daughter, aunt/niece, sisters, etc.) Although a partner is preferred, it is not necessary. Music is an 8th […]
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YMCA of North Central Ohio conducts annual karate camp
SHELBY — The YMCA of North Central Ohio conducted its annual karate camp July 21 to 23 at the home of Grandmasters Reneta and Gary Music. This karate summer camp has been around since the early 1990s when the late Master Instructor Stan Hart held the camps at his house. When Grandmaster Reneta Music became […]
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YMCA of North Central Ohio karate school conducts monthly test for 30 students
SHELBY — The YMCA of North Central Ohio’s karate school held its monthly belt test on April 1 at the Shelby branch gymnasium. Thirty students were present and each received an attendance stripe or a promotion, which entailed the next belt rank or a rank stripe on their belt. Adrian Potts was named Student of […]
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Jim Gorman: ‘Growing potatoes to growing young people’ reason behind land donation for YMCA
BELLVILLE — Jim Gorman spent most of his life as an industrialist. As president of the Gorman-Rupp Co., he oversaw the worldwide manufacturing and sales of the company’s pump systems from his Mansfield and Bellville plants — and plants around the world. In 2019, Gorman stepped down from the company’s board of directors after 73 […]