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Seniors
YMCA Stories
Gloria and Cleveland

Gloria and Cleveland Embrace Senior Programs

After retiring, we moved from Austin to Flower Mound to be closer to our daughter and discovered the Cross Timbers Family YMCA, which became central to our new life. The YMCA offered a wealth of physi
Mar 3, 2025
Community Health
Recipes & Nutrition
Blueberry Banana

Blueberry Banana Smoothie: A Nutritious Delight

Introducing a delicious and healthy Blueberry Banana Smoothie recipe, perfect for anyone looking to boost their nutrition with a tasty drink. This recipe is part of the YMCA’s Community Health initiat
Feb 28, 2025
Family
Fitness
Jennifer Son

Jennifer's Journey of Trust at the YMCA

Joining the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas in 2021 transformed our family's health and well-being, providing access to personal training, wellness coaching, and rehabilitation through swimming. Our son,
Feb 28, 2025
Recipes & Nutrition
Community Health
Cooking Ingredients

What Does Heart-Healthy Really Mean

A heart-healthy diet focuses on balance rather than restriction, emphasizing whole, minimally processed foods while reducing harmful fats, excess salt, and added sugars. Simple changes like reading fo
Feb 24, 2025
YMCA Stories
Corrie Award

Corrie’s Decade of Volleyball Leadership

After discovering the YMCA volleyball program in 2012, the author began coaching in 2013 and has since led approximately 35 teams, becoming a stable force in the community. Their dedication to the pro
Feb 21, 2025

Dallas, TX (November 1, 2024) THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS: On your mark, get set, trot! Lace up for the Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day READ MORE

 

Dallas, TX (October 28, 2024) DALLAS BUSINESS JOURNAL: Dallas area leaders tackle workforce, transportation and child care challenges at annual YMCA luncheon READ MORE

 

Dallas, TX (October 9, 2024) BLUE RIBBON NEWS: YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas & Cars for Kids hold a presentation of wrapped van donation READ MORE