RESET CHALLENGE
Week 5: REINVEST
"The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members." – Coretta Scott King
REINVEST with the YMCA: The New American Welcome Center
The Lancaster Family YMCA is getting out in the community through a partnership with the New American Welcome Center! Strengthening communities is our cause and we are committed to helping all people reach their full potential. We believe the strength and cohesiveness of our communities is linked to the overall prosperity of the nation. With more than 42 million foreign-born individuals living in the United States, it is more important than ever to foster an environment that encourages immigrant integration and community cohesion.

Watch the below video to learn about how the New American Welcome Center furthered this mission and was there for the community in 2020!
The YMCA's New American Welcome Center helps newcomers to the area thrive in their new homes through integrative services, collaborations with community leaders and businesses, and strategies to connect and build cross-cultural understanding between immigrants and US-born residents.
Work Out Of The Day
Meet Blake
Blake is a Floor Trainer at our City Center branch. When asked why he reinvests in our YMCA Blake shared that it is because of the Community Health programs we offer. "I admire our LIVESTRONG program. On top of all the training offered, the program truly brings people together to share experiences, build more support systems, and build friendships.
Bicep Press
  • Start standing with the feet a bit wider than hips width distance apart. Keep the knees soft. The arms are at the sides in a neutral position with the option of holding dumbbells.
  • Keeping the core engaged, come into a squat. Be sure that the knees do not go past the toes.
  • Come back to stand upright.
  • Curl the arms up toward the chest.
  • Press the arms up.
  • Bend the elbows, bringing the hands back to the center of the chest.
  • Uncurl the arms as you come back to the starting position.
Dead Lift
  • Start with the feet in neutral slightly wider than the hips. Keep the knees soft and the core engaged.
  • The arms are slightly in front of the hips and thighs with an option to hold dumbbells.
  • Bend at the waist keeping the arms long. Allow the arms to lower as the upper body lowers.
  • Pause at the bottom, engage the core, and lift back up to stand.
Music to Motivate!


Staying up late this weekend or need some upbeat tunes for your next cardio? Slumber Party Success by Heather Moore: games, healthy snacks and a fun music playlist!
Resources
Weekly Devotional
Walking with God
by Cori Strathmeyer, Director of Healthy Living,
YMCA of York and York County


Ephesians 4:1b-3

"I urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."

I enjoy walking long distances. I thrive on the physical challenge of hiking over mountains, through forests, along rivers and around towns. God’s creation astounds me during every walk: the views, the scent, the wildlife and the force of nature.
If you've read this far, you're probably someone who cares about the YMCA and the people we serve. Just by being a part of RESET, you’re moving our community towards a healthier and more connected future, but I’m going to ask you for a bit more. Will you please consider clicking the below button and making a donation of any amount to the YMCA?
 
Lancaster needs the YMCA more than ever to recover from the terrible aftermath of the pandemic. Your donation will, not only ensure free resources like this wellness challenge are available for all, but empower people from all backgrounds to live their best lives possible through the YMCA’s life-changing work.
 
Thank you!
 
Joe Kirkenir
Director of Development and Communications
609-947-0171