The Y North News

Stories from across The Y North

There’s always something happening at The Y. Here’s where we share the stories behind it all.

Ross

Knocking on ninety and still using the gym

Ross uses the gym twice weekly. His training includes a comprehensive cardio and weights programme. 

His advice to other older adults, put bluntly, “get off your backside and do the world some good by being active”. He thoroughly enjoys going to the gym and will continue for as long as he is able.

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Steve

Eight months using the gym and he’s diabetes free

Steve's advice for other’s, ‘Starting exercise is the hardest part and needs the most motivation. Starting means consistency not just attending the gym once a month. When you have become regular this is when your journey will begin and everything will fall into place. Start at a light intensity to build a strong core foundation’.

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