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August 23, 2017Capital District YMCA Hires Michael Caruso as Wellness Director at the Bethlehem Branch
The Capital District YMCA’s Bethlehem Branch is pleased to announce the hire of Michael Caruso as the Wellness Director at the Bethlehem branch. Michael will oversee the daily operations of the Wellness
Department to ensure that members, volunteers, and staff have an outstanding experience, every day, at the Bethlehem Area YMCA.
Michael’s first experience with the Y was as a member, when he joined The Bethlehem Area YMCA in 2004. Michael was hired as a personal trainer in March of 2017. Recently, Michael lost 90 pounds and has successfully completed a total lifestyle change, going from 240 to 147 pounds.
Michael will tell you that his philosophy on exercise is simple: “in order for it to have the greatest positive impact in our lives, it needs to be an integral part of our daily routine.” Michael looks forward to helping our members, and the members of our wellness staff, help our members build that routine.
From Hudson Valley Community College, Michael has an Associates’ of Science degree in Exercise Science and a National Academy of Sports Medicine Certification. He also holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the State University of New York at Albany.
