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🦃 Burn Off the Holiday Feast with the YMCA Turkey Burn!

Thanksgiving leftovers? Delicious.
Post-holiday sluggishness? Not so much.

After the pies, potatoes, and second (or third) helpings, your body might be asking for a reset—and the YMCA Turkey Burn is just the thing to kickstart your energy, mood, and metabolism!

🔥 What is the Turkey Burn?

The Turkey Burn is our signature post-Thanksgiving workout—designed to help you shake off that holiday slowdown and get back on track with your fitness goals. It’s a full-body, calorie-torching workout led by Molly Nevins, certified YMCA instructor and Regional Director of Fitness, and it’s perfect for all fitness levels.

Whether you need a quick jumpstart or a total reboot, this high-energy routine will leave you feeling strong, refreshed, and ready for the rest of the season.

🎥 Ready to Burn from Home?

Can’t make it into the Y? No problem—we’ve got you covered!

👉 Click here to try our special Turkey Burn workout video! 
(Just grab a mat, a water bottle, and hit play!)

This on-demand workout is packed with cardio bursts, bodyweight strength moves, and core-blasting circuits designed to:

  • Burn calories and boost your metabolism

  • Rebuild energy after holiday indulgence

  • Keep your fitness goals on track through the holidays

💪 Why a Turkey Burn Works

  1. Post-meal metabolism boost – After feasting, your body needs movement to process fuel more efficiently.

  2. Mood elevation – A good sweat session can reduce stress and release endorphins (hello, holiday joy!).

  3. Routine reset – It’s easy to slip during the holidays, but one great workout can put you back on track.

🧡 From Our YMCA Family to Yours

At the Y, we believe in progress over perfection. Holidays are for celebrating—but moving your body afterward is a powerful act of self-care. Whether you join us in person or press play on our Turkey Burn video, we’re here to help you feel your best, one workout at a time.

So lace up your sneakers, turn up the music, and let’s burn that bird—together.

Happy Holidays, and keep moving!
—Your YMCA Team