Meet Charlesetta James

Charlesetta James began her journey with the YMCA from the desire to serve as a positive role model for the son she wanted to see grow up. With lots of options to help her lose weight, Charlesetta worked with staff member Keith Simpson to learn how to use equipment in the Wellness Center and began working out 5-6 days a week.

Seeing the weight come off on a steady basis gave Charlesetta encouragement to continue, and even though working out was sometimes tedious she always left feeling great about life and the changes she was making. With the encouragement of Y employees, Charlesetta reached her weight loss goal in 91 days. She was PROUD and EXCITED, energized, and determined to live a better life. According to Charlesetta, “the Y is a great place to start with your goals, whatever they may be: weight loss, to get healthy, or just stay healthy. The employees are there to assist in any way they can”.