Cancer Survivorship
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is a small group program designed for adult cancer survivors who have recently become de-conditioned or chronically fatigued from their treatment and/or disease. Through the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program, our certified YMCA instructors help patients build muscle mass and muscle strength, increase flexibility and endurance, and improve their energy levels and self-esteem. We also help participants develop their own physical fitness program so they can continue to practice a healthy lifestyle. YMCA instructors are trained in the elements of cancer, post rehab exercise, nutrition, and supportive cancer care. This 12-week program consists of 75-minute sessions that meet two times per week at the Ann Arbor YMCA. The program is free to participants.
Criteria for participation in the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program:
- Strong personal desire – participants (not their family members) need to enroll themselves in this program
- Personally commit to attending all classes
- Inform your physician that you plan to join the program
- Give permission for the YMCA exercise specialist to call your physician or person treating you when necessary
- Complete our screening forms and answer health questionnaire
- This class is recommended for patients who have recently finished their cancer treatment. Enrollment in the program will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
Class size is limited, and advance registration is required. For more information, please contact Suzanne Kessler at 734-661-8036 or livestrong@annarborymca.org
Alumni Classes