National Childhood Obesity Month
September is national childhood obesity month. Through the Prescribe the Y Program, a youth wellness initiative for children ages 6-12 with a BMI of 85% or higher, The Granite YMCA works with area youth to help address the rising number of overweight and obese youth in the community. Prescribe the Y is a 12 week program through which participants work with wellness coaches in one hour classes consisting of cardiovascular activity, strength training, and nutrition education.