Prediabetes is a potentially reversible condition that often leads to diabetes, and 86 million people ages 20 and over are estimated to have it. However, 89% of that 86 million have NO IDEA they're at risk.
This small-group program helps people with prediabetes eat healthier, increase their physical activity and lose weight, which can delay or even prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.
Based on research funded by the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the program can reduce the number of new cases of type 2 diabetes by as much as 58% and by 71% among adults aged 60 years or older.
If you have been diagnosed with prediabetes, or believe you may be at risk for developing the disease, the Y is here to help you! Led by trained lifestyle coaches, the program strives to help participants achieve two primary goals:
- Reduce body weight by 7%
- Engage in regular physical activity
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Support and Encouragement
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Learn Healthy Lifestyles
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Set and achieve goals
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Trained lifestyle coaches
FIND OUT IF YOU ARE AT RISK BY TAKING OUR RISK QUIZ!
| For each "Yes" answer below, add the number of points listed: |
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| Are you a woman who has had a baby weighing more than 9 pounds at birth? | 1 | 0 |
| Do you have a parent with diabetes? | 1 | 0 |
| Do you have a brother or sister with diabetes? | 1 | 0 |
| Find your height on the chart below. Do you weigh as much as or more than the weight listed for your height? (BMI >25) | 5 | 0 |
| Are you younger than 65 years of age and get little or no physical activity in a typical day? | 5 | 0 |
| Are you between 45 and 64 years of age? | 5 | 0 |
| Are you 65 years of age or older? | 9 | 0 |
| TOTAL ALL POINTS FOR "YES" RESPONSES: |
* If you scored a 9 or higher, you are at higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
At-Risk Weight Chart
| Height Weight (lbs) | ||
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| 4'10" 129 | 5'4" 157 | 5'10" 188 |
| 4'11" 133 | 5'5" 162 | 5'11" 193 |
| 5' 138 | 5'6' 167 | 6' 199 |
| 5'1" 143 | 5'7" 172 | 6'1" 204 |
| 5'2" 147 | 5'8" 177 | 6'2" 210 |
| 5'3" 152 | 5'9" 182 | 6'3" 216 |
Yes, there is a program fee to participate, however, your insurance plan may cover the cost. The Y also offers financial assistance and grant funding to help offset participant fees.
Registration is open for upcoming classes across the Greater St. Louis region. If you are interested in attending a class, please call 314-421-8838 or email preventdiabetes@gwrymca.org.
Call our Community Health Department at 314-421-8838 or email preventdiabetes@gwrymca.org.
The YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program will help you to:
- Learn about and adopt healthy eating and physical activity habits that have been proven to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
- Receive support and encouragement from both a trained lifestyle coach and fellow classmates
- Develop a plan for improving and maintaining your overall well-being.