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7 Easy Ways to Incorporate More Movement into Your Day

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year’s theme is “Movement: Moving more for our men

Health and lifestyle

From Dance to a career in fitness helping people do what they love

Hannah's journey in fitness: “I have really enjoyed seeing so many learners come such a long way”

YMCAfit launches women-only PT courses to help break down barriers

Based on a recent survey of women within the industry, YMCAfit has created a range of initiatives to improve access for women into fitness and a fitness career.

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Next-level Personal Training: how Pilates transformed my business

Sandra: "It was a total game-changer."

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Arif: “YMCA Club has helped me become the man I am today”

Meet Arif Kaif who has been volunteering and working at Central YMCA for over 5 years and has been on a personal and professional journey in health and fitness

Youth Opportunity

Empowering female personal trainers in Saudi Arabia

Women in Saudi Arabia are getting fitness qualifications thanks to Cara Standley, Empiric and YMCA Awards

People with an active lifestyle have higher wellbeing

According to our Eudaimonia research report, staying active is one of the secrets to feeling happier.

Fitness for the mind

Exploring the benefits of exercise for the mind, body and spirit

Health and Wellbeing

Changing lives for nearly two centuries

With each generation Central YMCA has evolved but its focus has always been about mind, body and spirit.

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How good habits are formed

Personal development coach Annette Paterakis shares some simple tips that can help you stick to your new lifestyle goals.

Health and lifestyle

Five ways to maintain a healthy mind and body during your studies

Rosi Prescott, our Chief Executive, offers some advice to students.

Health and lifestyle

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