If you are at high risk for type 2 diabetes, the YMCA's Diabetes Prevention program can help you adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles that will help you reduce your chances of developing diabetes.

The program helps those at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles by eating healthier, increasing physical activity and losing a modest amount of weight in order to reduce their chances of developing the disease. Based on research funded by the National Institutes of Health and the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, the program reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58%.

The program at the YMCA of Central New York is recognized by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. 

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Next Steps

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

In a classroom setting, a trained lifestyle coach facilitates a small group of participants in learning about healthier eating, physical activity, and other behavior changes over the course of 16 one-hour sessions. After the initial 16 core sessions, participants meet monthly for added support to help them maintain their progress.

PROGRAM GOALS:

  • Reduce body weight by 7%
  • Increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

In order to qualify for the program, you must be at least 18 years old, overweight (BMI > 25)* and at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes or have been diagnosed with prediabetes by a healthcare provider.

For more information about diabetes, please visit the American Diabetes Association.