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Layered Support for All Types of Weight Loss

At the YMCA of Greater Seattle, weight loss is supported at every level, recognizing that everyone’s journey looks different. Whether you are pursuing weight loss through traditional lifestyle changes or alongside a GLP-1 medication, the Y offers layered support designed to build healthy habits, maintain motivation, and promote long-term well-being. Choose your level of weight loss support with the YMCA of Greater Seattle.
 

“I’ve been overweight most of my life and have felt guilt and shame as I’ve tried and failed at most weight loss attempts. Now that I’m on a GLP-1, I finally have hope that this will be the time I’m able to lose the weight and keep it off for good. Being in this group at the Y has really helped reinforce that confidence.” – Lisa

About GLP-1 Support at the Y

Our certified professionals work with you to create a safe, personalized plan that supports your care and long-term success.

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Protect Your Strength, Not Just Your Weight Loss

Weight-loss medications can lead to muscle loss if not properly supported, slowing metabolism and increasing the risk of weight regain. At the Y, GLP 1 users receive:

  • Expert guidance to protect strength, build lean muscle, and achieve sustainable results through structured strength training 
  • Support monitoring your strength
  • Nutrition education
  • Habit-building support

Pair your medication with the right programs and services to make your transformation safe, effective, and lasting.

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Turn Your Weight Loss Medication into Lasting Transformation

GLP-1 medications can support weight loss, but lasting transformation happens when fitness, nutrition, and healthy habits work together. The YMCA of Greater Seattle programs and services help GLP 1 users:

  • Maximize results safely by incorporating appropriate strength training
  • Nutrition education and habit building 
  • Protect lean muscle 
  • Support side effect management 
  • Build routines that promote confidence and long-term success
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“The best part has been going through this class with the same group of people. I’ve really gotten to know them, and they’ve gotten to know me. I feel safe to share and I’ve learned so much.” – Betsy

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Additional Programs for Health

Looking for more specific support? The Y offers a variety of programs designed to support your weight management as well as help prevent and manage chronic conditions. Membership is not required!

Diabetes Prevention 
Program

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The YMCA's evidence-based Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) helps adults at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles by eating healthier, increasing physical activity, and losing a modest amount of weight to reduce their chances of developing the disease. 

  • Year-long support 
  • Healthier eating habits 
  • Increased physical activity 
  • Reduced body weight 
  • Group support 
  • Certified YMCA health and wellness professionals

 

Wellness for Life 
Program

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This 16-week group health coaching program helps you learn sustainable ways to eat healthier, move more, and manage weight.

  • Open to all adults
  • Weekly group health coaching meetings
  • Personalized goal setting and action plan
  • Certified YMCA health and wellness professionals

 

Personal and Specialty 
Training

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YMCA of Greater Seattle personal training programs support weight loss through:

  • Customized workouts, professional coaching, and built-in accountability
  • Individualized plans focused on improving body composition, building strength, and boosting metabolism
  • Options for one-on-one, partner, or small group training
  • Expert guidance and flexible formats

 

GLP-1 Specific Small Group Health Coaching

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Designed for adults navigating a GLP-1 health journey through:

  • GLP-1 specific Certified Health Coach expertise
  • Side effect management
  • Group support and accountability
  • Personalized goal setting
  • Regular strength testing using dynamometers
  • GLP-1 specific nutrition and physical activity guidance

 

Support Included in Your Membership

Membership includes a wide range of programs and services to support your weight management journey.

Group Fitness

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Group fitness classes support weight loss by offering safe, structured, and motivating workouts. Cardio builds endurance, strength builds lean muscle, and low-impact options like water exercise and yoga support consistency. 

 

 

Aquatics

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The Y offers aqua fitness classes, as well as recreational and lap swimming, to support weight loss through a full-body, low-impact workout that burns calories and builds endurance. 

 

Fitness Centers

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With state-of-the-art cardio equipment and a full range of strength machines and free weights, the Y is the place to get strong.

 

 

Personal Wellness

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Everyone’s path to wellness varies, and the Y provides a personalized plan developed with a wellness coach to help you create your own path to health and well-being.

 

 

Community

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The Y is more than a place for fitness and swimming; it is a supportive community where people of all ages and abilities come together to improve their health. This community-centered approach helps members build healthy habits, stay motivated, and achieve sustainable weight loss results.

 

Getting Started

The Y offers support at every step of your weight-loss journey. Here's how to maximize the free-to-member and paid resources available at the YMCA of Greater Seattle.

Try The Y

Get started at the Y with a free one-week trial pass for you and your family. This free pass allows you to visit the Y three times within one week. Try drop-in group fitness classes, explore our state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment, hoop it up on our full-size courts, or dive into the pool for lap swim. Get two hours of Kids Zone free with each visit.

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Take a Tour

Create an activity plan by taking a tour of your Y. While some find success in sticking with their favorite activity, others report that diversifying their workouts and trying new things is key! Take a tour of your Y to determine where your interests lie: fitness center, weight room, aquatics center, gymnasium...the Y has something for everyone to stay active.

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Schedule a Wellness Consultation

Take advantage of this FREE member benefit. Because everyone's path to wellness is different, the Y provides a personalized plan, developed in consultation with a wellness coach, to help you create your own path to health and well-being.

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Contact Us to Get Started

Email: chronicdiseaseprevention@seattleymca.org

Phone: (206) 432-8904

Or, click the button below and fill out the Contact Us form to learn more.

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STAY ENGAGED WITH THE Y

Try The Y for Free

Our free Try the Y pass allows you and your family to visit the Y three times within one week. Try drop-in classes like group exercise and our state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment.

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Have Questions?

If you need help updating your account information, making a payment, or other FAQs, visit our support center for quick answers to many of our most common membership questions. 

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YMCA360 Is Your Virtual Y

From yoga to youth sports, YMCA360 is our exclusive collection of on-demand and livestream classes, included with membership.

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