June 02, 2011

How Can I Overcome This June Gloom?

by Downtown Admin

Overcoming June Gloom By Dr. Suzi Ivie, CSCS We either make ourselves miserable or we make ourselves strong. The amount of work is the same.— Carlos Casteneda, author and philosopher. As the gray days of May and June, lovingly known as May Gray/June Gloom, descend upon us, it is easy to feel “put upon ...more

May 13, 2011

Y is it important to stay hydrated?

by Downtown Admin

Drinking water before, during, and after a workout is key to keeping your body happy and healthy. When you sweat during your workouts, you lose fluids that your body needs to stay hydrated. In order to prevent yourself from getting dehydrated, follow these suggested guidelines to drinking the right amount of wate ...more

May 02, 2011

How Can I Promote Health at Work?

by Downtown Admin

Being a part of a fitness facility helps alleviate stress by elevating health and well-being! May 25, 2011 is recognized as National Employee and Senior Health & Fitness Day. Senior Fitness The Downtown YMCA offers “Fitness for Life” three times a week for older adults. Older adults, both male and female, ...more

April 28, 2011

When is Bike to Work Day?

by Downtown Admin

Bike to work day is May 20, 2011 and the Downtown Y is a Pit stop!Bike to workBy Suzi Ivie, CSCS Lose weight, flatten your wallet, protect those May flowers...bike to work! San Diego is renowned for having the world’s greatest weather. We can do any outdoor activity we want all year. Yet rainy Portland, Oregon is consid ...more

March 31, 2011

Why is “Rep Reebok” no longer offered?

by Downtown Admin

It is important to mix-up your workout routine— it helps keep your workout fresh and exciting. “Rep Reebok” instructor, Cindy Sands, is currently on maternity leave (congratulations Cindy!) and we have temporarily replaced the class with “Circuit Training”. If you were an avid “Rep Reebok” attendee who enjoye ...more

February 28, 2011

How do I train for mental discipline?

by Downtown Admin

It’s March and in the sports circle that only means one thing. Basketball. College basketball is on everyone’s mind, especially when our very own Aztecs are burning up the scoreboards. How does a team like SDSU excel? Mental discipline and toughness. To be a top performer in any sport athletes must not only be phys ...more

January 31, 2011

How do I keep my heart healthy?

by Downtown Admin

February as we know it is the month of love. What represents love better than the heart? It is crucial to get to know your body and more importantly your heart. In the United States someone has a heart attack every 34 seconds. Statistics like that can be scary, but here are some heart-healthy tips to help you keep your ...more

January 28, 2011

Can I set up a personal fitness routine?

by Downtown Admin

Of course you can! The 12-Week personalized fitness program makes it possible! The 12 Week program is designed for health seeking individuals who are looking for guidance and structure in order to successfully begin a regular exercise program. What’s Included: ·Three one-on-one instruction with a persona ...more

December 08, 2010

Can I go to other YMCAs to workout?

by Downtown Admin

With your membership to the Downtown Y, you can workout at Mission Valley, Hazard Center and Toby Wells no questions asked. For gyms outside of those listed above, the YMCA has implemented the AWAY Program. Through this program, members can visit any of the 2000+ YMCAs in the country and workout for free or at a discounte ...more

November 23, 2010

What are tricks to a healthier holiday?

by Downtown Admin

Staying healthy in the holiday season is a struggle. Most people get time off of work and are surrounded by the foods that they wait for all year long. It is hard to maintain the will-power that you have during the rest of the year. Holiday weight gain is a curse that most of us have come to accept, but try a few of thes ...more

November 10, 2010

Y is running a better cardio workout?

by Downtown Admin

Of course, like most exercise activities, the amount of calories and fat you burn is based primarily on the amount of effort exerted. When we exercise, the goal is to burn fat and lose weight, but is there one type of cardio that is better than the rest? Runners often look fit and thin, but do they hold the secret to w ...more

November 03, 2010

Y is Group Exercise Good for You?

by Downtown Admin

Most avid gym-goers will admit that they enjoy their workouts more when they have a friend at their side to entertain them. What many may not realize is that there are far greater benefits to having a gym buddy than just companionship. Here are the top five reasons that group workouts are better than solo exercise: 1. ...more

March 01, 2010

Y are there kids at the Downtown YMCA?

by Downtown Admin

Question: I thought the Downtown YMCA was an adult only facility. Why are there kids on the basketball court in the afternoon? Answer: The Downtown YMCA is not just a work-out facility. We reach peoples needs of all ages. The children you see in the afternoon attend the Monarch School. This is a specialt ...more