Trying to incorporate healthy living into your daily life? You can maintain a balanced diet and get the most out of your exercise routine. Click here for the latest guidelines and advice on eating healthy. You’ll also find nutrition facts, information on making the most out of healthy food sources, and tips on how to Get Fit and Eat Right through exercise and healthier eating. Click here for the BeFitNYC program to find free, healthy activities in all five boroughs of New York.

Check out the links below for information on healthy eating and lifestyle habits. Email us at ProtectingOurHealth@1199Funds.org to let us know how you’re protecting your health.

Memberships You Can Afford

You and your family can join the YMCA of Greater New York, New York Sports Clubs (NYSC), or Crunch Fitness at special group rates — and be on your way to a stronger, healthier you!

To Join YMCA of Greater New York
You and your family can enjoy a special group rate at any New York City YMCA branch and get access to all of the community and family programs the YMCA offers, as well as their healthy lifestyle facilities. Improve your health by using state-of-the-art cardio and strength training equipment, pool, gym, walking/running track and more. Sign up for the free Y Personal Fitness program, and you will meet with a fitness coach who will help you get started on the path toward a healthy lifestyle.

All you have to do to join is apply at any branch of the YMCA of Greater New York, and let them know that you are an 1199SEIU member (show them your 1199SEIU Health Benefits ID card) to receive 20% off the monthly rate and 50% off the joiner’s fee.

Call your YMCA today, and take a step toward better fitness and health. You’ll be happy you did.

Click here for a list of locations in New York City.

To Join New York Sports Clubs
Call NYSC at (800) 611-9833 and tell them you are an 1199SEIU member.

Membership Cost: $72.95/month with debit or credit card, or checking account withdrawal. One-time $59 joining fee and NO initiation fee (a $129 savings) with a 12-month contract Passport Membership, which offers access to all facilities at peak and off-peak times.

Note: You must call – you cannot register in person at a club and receive this special rate.

To Join Crunch Fitness
Register by calling Crunch Fitness at (212) 993-0305.
Membership Cost: $58.25/month or $66.58/month, depending on what type of membership you choose.