LIVESTRONG at the YMCA: Charlie's story

This week we are highlighting the stories of participants in our LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program. Here is Charlie's story:

When I was diagnosed with Non-Hodgekins Lymphoma in September 2010, I stopped going to the gym, partly because it had become unaffordable and partly because the diagnosis gave me an excuse. I wasn’t eating correctly, mostly cheaper comfort food. I had let myself go.

In May 2012, I joined the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA class. The supportive atmosphere at the Rye YMCA made a big difference. During the program, I found out about the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program and my wife and I signed up. The Diabetes Prevention Program helped turn my life around. There I was accountable for my progress. I’ve been so pleased with the results and the support I’ve received. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA started me on the road to health.

Charlie