Update and Reminder / The Fry Family Y will present “Exercise and the Heart” at 11AM on Thurs., Feb. 26.
This special community event will feature a 45-minute seminar by Dr. Mark Pelka, a board-certified interventional cardiologist from the Midwest Cardiovascular Institute. The “Exercise and the Heart” program is free of charge. Healthful snacks will be served.
For more information, call (630) 904-9595 or stop by the front desk at the Fry Family Y located at 2120 95th Street.
Original Post / February is Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease and encouraging healthy habits that support long-term heart health.
Regular physical activity, stress management, and community connection all play an important role in keeping our hearts strong—and even small changes can have a lasting impact.
At the Fry Family YMCA, we’re proud to offer fitness programs that support cardiovascular health while meeting you where you are on your wellness journey. From strength training and low-impact options to classes that improve flexibility, balance, and endurance, our programs are designed to help members build healthy routines they can stick with.
This Heart Month, we’re excited to introduce and highlight several upcoming classes. Couples Yoga offers a unique way to slow down, stretch, and connect while reducing stress—an important factor in heart health. Our new TRX classes provide a full-body workout that boosts strength, stability, and cardiovascular endurance. We’re also launching Pilates Reformer classes, which focus on core strength, posture, and controlled movement to support overall fitness and injury prevention.
Whether you’re looking to try something new or recommit to your wellness goals, Heart Month is the perfect time to get started. Join us at the Fry Family Y and take meaningful steps toward a healthier heart, stronger body, and more active life.
95th Street Y presents ‘Exercise and the Heart’ on Feb. 26
One more thing… The Fry Family Y will host a special community event featuring a 45-minute seminar by Dr. Mark Pelka, a board-certified interventional cardiologist from the Midwest Cardiovascular Institute. “Exercise and the Heart” will be held at 11AM Thurs., Feb. 26. The program is free of charge. Healthful snacks will be served.
The Fry Family Y has a wide variety of offerings available that will keep you and your family happy and healthy all while having fun. Learn more and register at fryfamilyymca.org, via phone at (630) 904-9595 or stop by our front desk at 2120 95th Street!
