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Kate Heald’s YMCA Journey: A Silver Lining for Seniors

August 27, 2024|Categories: Blog, Downtown YMCA, Inspiration|

Kate Heald’s YMCA Journey: A Silver Lining for Seniors

Katherine ‘Kate’ Heald, a retired resident of Shandon, SC, has discovered a silver lining in her active older adult years: the YMCA. Encouraged by her husband, Heald joined the YMCA despite facing several orthopedic challenges. She quickly realized that the welcoming environment and tailored programs were the perfect fit for her needs.

Heald credits her trainer, the recumbent bikes, and the Active Older Adults class for helping her maintain a level of fitness and strength that she didn’t think was possible. The class offers a […]

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