My Story started back in 2019 when I started going to the Y for Zumba. I love to dance and this didn't seem like working out. Shannon was a great teacher and I was having a lot of fun. In 2021, I added a wellness class with the goal of eating better and losing a few pounds. I added Shannon as a personal trainer. But in March of that year, I had a severe pancreatic attack that kept me in the hospital for 18 days. After a month of rest, I started back to the Y. Boy did I struggle! Slowly I got my strength back. The Y was so supportive, caring, and knowledgeable. Eventually, I added an additional trainer, Nathan, on weekends. I was serious about getting back into shape and the Y was serious about helping me! 

Now it's almost 2 years later. The "Hot Y'ers" is a group from the Y that we formed and eventually, we ran the MUD RUN on October 1 (which was my 82nd birthday) in 2022. The MUD RUN is a 5K run with 18 "obstacles" along the way-a tough course but the Hot Y'ers all completed it. That goal we set, with the help of the Y, kept us all inspired. 

I'm so grateful for the Y and all the helpers there. It's a safe place and a comfortable one. 

I'm asking you for a donation to the Desert Foothills Family YMCA. It is actively working in our community for everyone. They have plans to change, to add, to expand, and to make the Y even better.