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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday September 19, 2007 - 11 Health-related news, tips and stories from the YMCA of Oakville September 19, 2007 2007 Goal is $180,000 Raised to Date: $85,000 Our Mission The YMCA of Oakville is a charitable association open to all, dedicated to providing life-long opportunities for health enhancement and personal growth. ce on us... OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 0 am­3:00 pm at Gilgan Family Y, 410 Rebecca Street we believe in moderation and balance in everything. but if you join us for a tour at our Open House on will sweeten your visit with a slice of Longo's freshly baked apple pie or an apple. Thank you OUR PROGRAMS CAN'T BE BEAT! New! Kinesis Core Strengthening WAVE for cardio and core Swim Lessons Fitness Classes Child and Youth Programs Martial Arts Youth Leadership Programs Friday Youth Nights In-Pool Kayaking Child Minding JE RO ST ME ST Fitness at six days o ­ and it p for this a Fitness is a daily priority for Roy and Jennifer Penny...at the YMCA of Oakville. FEATURES THAT YOU NEED! State-of-the-art Wellness and Fitness Centre Indoor Track 25-metre Pool Therapeutic/Leisure Pool Double Gymnasium Climbing Centre Snack Bar Full Accessibility SIGN UP TODAY! YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUES Ages 5-17 $290 Oct 27-Apr 26 Jennifer and Roy came to Canada from the UK in 1970 with their 3 children, and have always been active. They returned to Oakville from Vancouver in 2001 and when they went looking for an exercise facility 2 years ago their evaluation led them to the Y. They liked the equipment and found that the Y staff were helpful. Wellness coach Bill Joyce set up programs for the couple, and had to consider their specific health concerns. Roy's knees were giving him trouble, and he could not walk as he wanted to. Bill helped him to build his strength and prepare for two knee replacements in 2007. "I only stopped working out for about 6 weeks," said Roy. "It was good to come back because it really did help. I used the elliptical machine which does not stress my joints, and I would recommend to anyone to get back in and build your strength." Jennifer was diagnosed 12 months ago as `pre-diabetic'. Her medical review revealed that her diet was fine, but she had to keep her blood sugar down. Jennifer and Roy decided to improve their fitness levels by increasing the number of cardio workouts from 3 to 6 days each week ­ a big commitment, but one that they felt would make a difference for their health. "We're retired morning people", says Jennifer. "We're awake anyway, so we come in before breakfast. The nice thing about coming in early is that the rest of the day is yours. And we feel so much better after we've been to the Y." Jennifer's YMCA routine includes the treadmill, the WAVE cardio machine and the ellip- tical machine, as well as the strength training machines. She does weight training three days out of 6. Roy uses the ellipse or the stationary bicycle for his cardio workout, and weight trains on the same schedule. The rest of the day is a full one for these grandparents of 5 children. When they aren't spending time with their family or friends, you can find them reading, on the computer, gar- dening or working in the house. Never ones to sit around, that pattern has not changed, and Roy said, "I am surprised that I found time to work." And what do Roy and Jennifer say about the fresh young faces that they see at the YMCA of Oakville? "Children keep you young." A good thing to remember! Thanks for being part of the Y family Roy and Jennifer! YOUTH INDOOR SOCCER ADULT COMPETITIVE VOLLEYBALL Ages 4-10 $105 Sept 29-Dec 15, Saturdays Ages 18+ $1400 per team Sept 25-Apr 1, Tuesdays 410 Rebecca Street | Oakville, ON L6K 1K7 | Telephone: 905-845-3417 | Fax: 905-842-6792 | Email: customerservice@oakville.ymca.ca | www.ymcaofoakville.com Monday to Friday 5:30 am ­ 10:00 pm | Saturday 7:00 am ­ 6:00 pm | Sunday 8:00 am ­ 6:00 pm Design by