YMCA Twin Cities Blog

Need last-minute gift ideas for the workout pro in your life? Or maybe something for a friend who’s just getting started on a healthier lifestyle. There’s something for everyone on this list of health-inspired holiday gifts.

A growing body of research points to the fact that time spent in contact with nature is good for everyone, but that it’s particularly vital to the healthy development of kids.

Our parents said breakfast was the most important meal of the day. Their parents told them the same thing.

Like most nonprofits, the YMCA depends on the generosity of people like you to help impact the communities we serve. Your donation stays in your community and ensures thousands of children and families in the Twin Cities can pursue health and wellbeing at

The obesity and diabetes epidemics currently facing this nation threaten the future health of our communities and touch all demographics, regardless of age, race/ethnicity, or economic background.

The holiday season is a time to reflect on and give thanks for what we have, celebrate with the people we love, and give back to our community.

It’s that time of year again – holiday decorations, cards and cookies, office parties and lights on the tree. And one more thing: Nonprofit donation appeals in your inbox.

Research shows the average American gains seven pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s – then spends the next several weeks trying to undo the damage.