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Moving Stronger is an initiative to improve the long-term outcomes of the MS community by helping people with MS become and stay active consistently. The program is hosted through the Austin local YMCA and aims to build skills, motivation and community support adapted to the needs of all with MS regardless of ability level and life circumstances.

Despite the recent expansion of its therapeutic arsenal, MS remains a leading cause of disability. Exercise has proven to be the single most effective non-pharmacological approach to manage impairments and improve quality of life in people with MS. Emerging evidence has outlined the benefits of physical activity in improving walking speed, endurance, balance, and fatigue, one of the most common and debilitating symptoms of MS.

In partnership with the National MS Society and the YMCA, the program is a 12-week, small-group based exercise program comprised of twice-weekly supervised exercise sessions led by YMCA instructors offered at no-cost to participants. Instructors are trained to understand the needs of people with MS to provide a safe environment. Instructor training is led by MS specialists.

Interested? Please refer to the YMCA’s Moving Stronger Webpage

Testimonials

“Realized how important exercise is.”

“I cannot express how much my quality of life has improved. I feel much more optimistic and in control of my MS. My energy has improved which has improved my mood. My family really notices a difference.”