Category Archives: Swimming

The York YMCA’s 5th Annual Kid’s Triathlon

TweetOn May 25, 2013, the York YMCA will host a “Tri it For Fun,” kid’s triathlon at the 543 N. Newberry Street in York location. Race time is 9 a.m. with a mandatory participant/parent meeting at 8:45 a.m. inside the … Continue reading

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Exercise like a synchronized swimmer

York Synchro-ettes coach Robin Weist shares tips in this video.

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Rediscovering the gym — and bonding with my son

My son has inspired me to go to the gym to lift – forsaking my beloved plastic and concrete weight set.

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Wellness Wrap 3/29/13: Easter candy alternatives; Celebrity food endorsements; Race updates

TweetThe weekly Wellness Wrap provides links to recent health and fitness news and lists events that will help you stay fit during the weekend. Check back every Friday morning. Have an interesting health or fitness-related link or event to share? … Continue reading

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Tri your luck at the York Y

The event starts 8 a.m. March 17 and costs $40 per person and #90 per relay team.

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Wellness wrap 2/8/13: Go Red, Race updates, Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras survival tips

TweetThe weekly Wellness Wrap provides links to recent health and fitness news and lists events that will help you stay fit during the weekend. Check back every Friday morning. Have an interesting health or fitness-related link or event to share? … Continue reading

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Meet Emma, a chubby beagle taking steps toward a healthier life

TweetEmma, my almost 5-year-old beagle, loves to be outside. She enjoys sniffing around and exploring, playing, running and rolling in the grass. Unfortunately, apartment living and my work schedule make it a little more difficult for her to spend a … Continue reading

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