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DIABETES PREVENTION
PROGRAM

REDEFINE YOUR HEALTH

– TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE

1 IN 3 ADULTS HAVE PREDIABETES 90% OF PREDIABETIC PEOPLE DON’T KNOW THEY’RE AT RISK.
WE CAN HELP IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH.
  • Program is provided and managed by the Muskegon YMCA
  • 25 sessions delivered over the course of one year
  • A group that offers motivation and support
  • Included 3 month FREE YMCA membership at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA
  • Free fitness orientation at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA
Program Features:
Class locations, date, and time vary depending on participant needs. New Virtual Classes beginning all the time.
 
This program is a year-long program broken down into 16 core sessions, where participants will meet weekly, followed by 3 bi-weekly sessions. Then participants will meet 1 time per month for the last 6 months for maintenance sessions.  Each session is in a classroom setting where a trained lifestyle coach facilitates a small group of participants in learning about healthier eating, physical activity and other behavior changes.  This program is designed to help participants adopt and maintain healthy lifestyle changes over the course of one year.
  1. To lose 7% of your body weight.
  2. Gradually increase your physical activity to 150 minutes per week.
To participate in the program, you must be:
  • 18 years or older
  • Have a BMI ≥ 25 (Asian individual(s) BMI ≥ 22), and
  • Diagnosed with prediabetes via one of three blood tests or a previous diagnosis of gestational diabetes.**
  1. A1C (must be 5.7%-6.4%)
  2. Fasting Plasma Glucose (must be 100-125 mg/dL)
  3. 2-Hour Plasma Glucose (must be 140-199 mg/dL)

** Qualified blood results in the prediabetes range are needed to confirm eligibility. Individuals who have already been diagnosed with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes do not qualify for this program.

If you don’t have a blood test result, you must have a qualifying risk score.

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DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM

REDEFINE YOUR HEALTH

– TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE

1 IN 3 ADULTS HAVE PREDIABETES 90% OF PREDIABETIC PEOPLE DON’T KNOW THEY’RE AT RISK.
WE CAN HELP IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH.
  • Program is provided and managed by the Muskegon YMCA
  • 25 sessions delivered over the course of one year
  • A group that offers motivation and support
  • Included 3 month FREE YMCA membership at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA
  • Free fitness orientation at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA
Program Features:
Class locations, date, and time vary depending on participant needs. New Virtual Classes beginning all the time.
 
This program is a year-long program broken down into 16 core sessions, where participants will meet weekly, followed by 3 bi-weekly sessions. Then participants will meet 1 time per month for the last 6 months for maintenance sessions.  Each session is in a classroom setting where a trained lifestyle coach facilitates a small group of participants in learning about healthier eating, physical activity and other behavior changes.  This program is designed to help participants adopt and maintain healthy lifestyle changes over the course of one year.
  1. To lose 7% of your body weight.
  2. Gradually increase your physical activity to 150 minutes per week.
To participate in the program, you must be:
  • 18 years or older
  • Have a BMI ≥ 25 (Asian individual(s) BMI ≥ 22), and
  • Diagnosed with prediabetes via one of three blood tests or a previous diagnosis of gestational diabetes.**
  1. A1C (must be 5.7%-6.4%)
  2. Fasting Plasma Glucose (must be 100-125 mg/dL)
  3. 2-Hour Plasma Glucose (must be 140-199 mg/dL)

** Qualified blood results in the prediabetes range are needed to confirm eligibility. Individuals who have already been diagnosed with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes do not qualify for this program.

If you don’t have a blood test result, you must have a qualifying risk score.

Reach out with additional Questions

YMCA CLOSED JANUARY 29TH

YMCA Facility Update 

We’re happy to share that the Y will resume normal hours January 30th at 5:00 AM. Our 24/7 Fitness area will reopen , January 29th at 9:00 PM. 

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  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the MEMBER SERVICE DESK or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

Book Your Spot:

Reservation Reminders:

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.
Reminders
Instructions
  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.

Financial AsSistance Programs

Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.

There is a reduced joining fee. $25 for Youth/Teen, $25 for Adult, and $50 for Household memberships.

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