Making Workouts a Priority
Eighteen months ago when Susie Long-Clark joined the Sherwood Regional Family YMCA she weighed an unhealthy 266. A life of inactivity had finally caught up with her.

Today Susie has lost more than 100 pounds and credits her success to regular workouts at the Y, a buddy system and healthful eating. Starting with the 12-week program, today she exercises five days a week including weight lifting and a Pilates class. Susie says, “The class is hard, but the instructor is great.”

Susie has also learned portion control and eats more fruits and vegetables as well as lean protein. According to Susie, "I want to live a better life and be comfortable in my own skin. It's nice to be a good role model for my kids now."