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Health, Fitness and Wellness

Become healthier at the YMCA. Whether you’re new to fitness, a seasoned athlete or somewhere in between, you’ll get the personalized attention, support and resources you need to commit to improving your health and well-being. At the Y, results are not just measured by how many pounds or inches you lose, results are measured by how great you feel inside and out.

Dedicated staff. Our staff is caring, competent and experienced. They are passionate about serving you and they will guide and support you through our wide range of health and wellness programs, so you can find the workout regimen that fits your lifestyle.

Supportive Environment. When you join the Y, you’ll see that support doesn't just end with our staff; you'll meet other supportive people who will become work-out buddies and then lifelong friends. At the YMCA, we're not a gym, we're a community.

Wellness Center
Group Exercise
Health and Wellness

For more information about our Health, Fitness and Wellness programs please call us at (650) 969-9622, email Wendy Fortino, Healthy Lifestyles Director, or visit our YMCA.

Wellness Center

Cardiovascular Equipment

We have a variety of cardiovascular machines including treadmills, elliptical cross-trainers, arc trainers, steppers, and upright and recumbent stationary bicycles. Each cardio machine is equipped with an individual flat screen television, giving you the freedom to work out while enjoying your favorite TV show.

Strength Training Equipment

Our collection of CYBEX strength training equipment is designed to help you condition your upper and lower body. They are exceptionally easy to use and can be adjusted to fit your needs. Our CYBEX equipment is also attached to FitLinxx, a computerized system that provides instant feedback to individuals through their workout.

FitLinxx

FitLinxx is a computerized interactive system that is attached to our CYBEX strength training equipment. It learns your individual workout program, gives you immediate feedback and motivation and allows you and your fitness coach to monitor your progress and workout history. With FitLinxx you may also log other activities like a run on the treadmill or a yoga workout. Available free of charge to facility members.

Using FitLinxx at the YMCA lets you:

Exercise using a customized program geared to your goals, needs and constraints
Receive personalized support from your Fitness Coach
Get immediate feedback on your precise exercise movements, i.e. it tells you to slow down or speed up
Track your workout progress over time
Enhance your overall lifestyle by visiting www.fitlinxx.com where you can view member success stories and find articles on health, wellness and nutrition.

Personal Fitness Program

The El Camino YMCA offers all facility members ongoing support including a one-on-one orientation to help individuals develop a Personal Fitness Program.

With your Personal Fitness Program you will:

Feel confident with an exercise program that is right for YOU
Feel successful with equipment that is easy to use and an exercise routine that is easy to stick with
Stay motivated with guidance and encouragement from our friendly staff
Become committed to exercise through the routine of a structured program

Make your appointment today at our Member Service Desk. Available free of charge to facility members.

Free Weight Area

Our free weight area has a variety of benches and equipment including: Smith machine, power rack, chest press, incline chest press bench, decline bench, flat bench, cable crossover, lat pull down, leg press, gravitron, and dumbbells in various weights.

Youth Orientation

The Youth Orientation has been designed to introduce youth ages 9-17 to workout safely using cardiovascular and strength training equipment and free weights. Proper weight room demeanor and etiquette are also discussed.

Group Exercise

Group exercise is about having fun, making friends and getting an energetic and dynamic workout in the camaraderie of others. From Spinning to Yoga to Belly Dancing, at the El Camino YMCA we offer a variety of group exercise classes designed to accommodate all fitness levels.

Cardio & Muscular Strength Conditioning

Aerobics – High/Low
Jazzy Aerobics
Ballroom dancing
Belly Dancing
Body Pump
Cardio Kickboxing
Circuit training
Indoor Cycling/Spinning
Jazzy Aerobics

Mind/Body Classes

Yoga
Pilates
TaiChi

Pre/Post Natal Exercise

Pre/Post Natal Aqua Aerobics
Pre/Post Natal Land Aerobics
Prenatal Yoga
Mom & Tots Hiking
Stroller Aerobics

For more information about Group Exercise classes, view our current Group Exercise Schedule or call our Group Exercise Hotline: (650) 429-1356

Health and Wellness Programs

We offer health and wellness programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our community, including personal training, fitness assessments, nutrition counseling, therapeutic massage, and wellness programs for adult cancer survivors.

For more information about our Specialized Health and Wellness Programs contact Wendy Fortino at (650) 969-9622.

Living Strong, Living Well™

This program is designed for adult cancer survivors who have recently become de-conditioned or chronically fatigued from treatment and/or disease. We offer a small and intimate group setting that creates a supportive environment to enrich physical health and fitness. In collaboration with the Stanford Health Improvement Program, our goal is to help patients build muscle mass and muscle strength, increase flexibility and endurance, and improve overall functional ability.

To register, please contact:
Joyce Hanna, MA, MS
Associate Director, Stanford University
(650) 725-5014

Personal Training

Personal Training is specifically tailored to your needs. A certified personal trainer will guide you through a customized program and help you get the results you need in the fastest and most effective way possible. You are instructed in all components necessary to alter body composition, the use of proper bio-mechanics, anatomy, physiology, proper nutrition, and more.

Therapeutic Massage

Release stress and muscular tension with a massage from one of our Certified Massage Therapists. Benefits associated with therapeutic massage include relaxation of muscles and nerves, resulting in a reduction of tension and incremental increase in energy. Wide variety of massages available: Swedish, light to deep tissue, ,maternity massage, sports massage and more. Schedule your appointment today!

Pre/Post Natal Exercise Programs

It’s important for the health of mothers-to-be and new mothers to receive regular exercise. El Camino YMCA’s Pre/Post Natal Exercise program follows the American College of OB/GYN guidelines and our classes are carefully monitored and modified. A physician’s consent is required to register.

Nutrition Counseling

Let us be your Nutrition Coach! Proper nutrition is vital to a healthy lifestyle and our registered dietitian can provide you with strategies for healthy eating. Proper nutrition can help you increase your energy, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol and help with weight management and weight loss.

Fitness Assessment

With a Fitness Assessment a YMCA fitness specialist will determine your current fitness level by profiling your resting heart rate and blood pressure, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, and body composition. Afterwards, we’ll review your results and provide recommendations for your fitness routine.