YMCA of the USA held a "Steptember" campaign in almost every state from coast to coast during America On the Move Week September 23-30, 2006. Events were held to motivate and mobilize thousands of Americans to take small steps towards a healthier lifestyle and families to incorporate healthier living activities into their daily routines through "small steps" to get them active and moving. The Fall River YMCA participated with a different activity each day of the week. "We wanted to get adults of all ages to participate," stated program director Mike Mahoney. "Everyone had a chance to add ]steps] through a variety of activities, including weight lifting for teens and adults and stretching for seniors." The Fall River Y runs a variety of programs six days a week in their downtown location, each of which promote a healthy body, mind and spirit. Click here to see pictures of last year's event and here to see the 2006 event. For more information about programs at the Fall River Y, call 508-675-7841 or click here to see a schedule.
 

(Top row, left and center) Justin Sowersby attempts as many 135 pound bench presses as he can before Adam Soares, both of Westport, takes his turn. (Top row, right) Wellness staff member Sally Wedel records Karen Plichta's squat lifts. (Middle row) Marilyn Meskl, Alice Garvin and Rita Walton do some stretches under the guidance of Kate Tippins while Ellie Higgins leads Evette Mancini. (Bottom row, left and center) Erica Schroeber of Westport does some crunches, while J.P. Nadeau of Fall River works with hand weights. (Bottom row, right) Conor Sowersby pushes weights while Erica and John Brady spot him.