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Cancer is a life-changing disease that takes a tremendous physical and emotional toll on those affected. In 2008, the Y and LIVESTRONG joined together to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health. Through the program, participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely achieve their goals such as building muscle mass and strength; increasing flexibility and endurance; and improving confidence and self-esteem.  By focusing on the whole person and not the disease, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is helping people move beyond cancer in spirit, mind and body. 

The Community YMCA is pleased to offer the Y's national LIVESTRONG program for cancer survivors as a free, twelve-week group exercise program.  The program is helping local residents, who have recently battled cancer, to regain their strength, health and confidence. 

In their own words...

"LIVESTRONG at the Y has given me the opportunity and the means to focus on my wellness, instead of my illness.  After finishing treatment, your energy level is still not the same so it's not easy to go back to your regular routine.  This program is helping me gain my strength back."  

- Jo Smith, Tinton Falls     

"The LIVESTRONG program gave me new beneficial exercise programs, a routine, and the camaraderie among the group is enjoyable, thanks to the wonderful attitude of our Y instructors, Jodi and Kim." 

- Gus Erhardt, Fair Haven

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA participants (from l to r): Tom Spang, Gus Erhardt and Jo Smith, with Y instructor Jodi Kondracki (center).

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