The Details: This is a monthly meeting discussing common concerns that we have as we age. In these discussions we will present actionable information to help participants better understand how you can optimize your movement overall health. Bring a friend, a family member, or neighbor! No Registration Required!

The Time: Every 3rd Thursday of the Month at 9:30 am

The Location: The Baierl Family YMCA – Community Room

The Presenter: Dr. Colin Gundling is a physical therapist with extensive experience in working with individuals across the lifespan.  His expertise includes orthopedics, balance, sports, pain management, and much more.  He is passionate about educating the public on ways that each individual can work to improve their healthspan.

The Topics:

October 24th- Total Joint Surgery: deciding to do it, preparing for it and rehabbing from it.

November 21st- Build Your Balance House: The science behind avoiding falls

December 19th- The Exercise Pyramid: Take a dive into the different types of exercise and the importance of each.

January 16th- The Low Down on Low Back Pain: understanding and managing the most common orthopedic condition.

February 20th- The Good and the Bad of Inflammation: Inflammation is a normal response to stress, but it can be problematic.

March 20th- What does the Diagnosis of Osteoarthritis Mean to You?

April 17th – Bone Mineral Density: What is the concern and what can be done.

Join us at the Sampson Family YMCA as Penn State Extension will be hosting a Dining with Diabetes Program in our community room.

For adults with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes and their families, this program will increase your knowledge of healthy food choices and diabetes management.

When: February 19 & 26, March 5 & 12, 2025
*Follow-up Class: April 16, 2025

1:30 PM-3:00 PM at the Sampson Family YMCA

Registration deadline: February 14, 2025
11:59 p.m.

It is never too late to celebrate, join us for a Valentine’s day bingo! Test your luck to try and win some fun prizes.

February 23rd 3pm-4pm

Event: Plant Food Power Series:

Making Plant-Based Meals

FREE EVENT

Tuesday, January 21st

5:30-7PM

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner: Cooking demonstration & tasting of flavorful plant-based meals.

Location: Sampson Family YMCA Teaching Kitchen

RSVP by January 17th by CLICKING HERE

Hosted by: Forbes Family Medicine, Plant Based Pittsburgh & Sampson Family YMCA

***It says registration closed below due to the fact the YMCA is not handling registration.  You must register through the link above***

East Suburban Sports Medicine Center will be hosting a Senior Fitness Testing event on Tuesday, January 28th from 8AM-10AM in the Gymnasium!

The ESSMC Senior Fitness Test is a great resource for testing the fitness levels of older adults. The test results provide information to both the participant and the instructor regarding the  participant’s fitness level and compares that level to others in their age category.

Why test seniors? 

Fitness is very important for those in their senior years. Older adults need to  have adequate strength, flexibility, and endurance to accomplish everyday tasks. Assessing these components of fitness can detect weaknesses which can be treated before causing serious functional limitations.

What tests are included? 

The individual fitness test items involve common activities; such as getting up  from a chair, walking, lifting, bending, and stretching. The tests were developed to be safe and enjoyable for older adults, while still meeting scientific  standards for reliability and validity.

The following tests are part of the Senior Fitness Test and are designed to test the  functional fitness of seniors: 

Chair Stand Test — tests lower body strength  

Arm Curl Test — tests upper body strength 

Step in Place Test (2 minutes) — aerobic fitness 

Chair Sit and Reach Test — lower body flexibility test  

Back Scratch Test — upper body flexibility test 

8-Foot Timed Up and Go Test — agility test

Join us on 2/12 for hot chocolate and crafts from 5:30-6:30pm! This is a family event for all to enjoy!

Get ready for a Valentine’s Day Family Night like no other! Join us for an evening packed with crafts, games, dancing, and endless fun for the whole family! Whether you’re a DIY crafting pro or just here for the games, there’s something for everyone. And of course, we’ll be serving up delicious popcorn and pizza to keep everyone fueled for the fun!

This event is absolutely free for our members, but don’t worry—non-members are welcome to come for a small fee. It’s the perfect way to celebrate love, laughter, and family togetherness!

(Every family member must register if attending the event)

Dress to impress in your most festive Valentine’s Day outfit, because we’re hosting a Valentine’s Day Outfit Contest with some sweet prizes for the best looks!

So come join us for a night filled with hearts, smiles, and unforgettable memories! We can’t wait to see you there—let’s make this Valentine’s Day one to remember! 💖🎉