The Heart of the Y

Welcome to The Heart of the Y, a podcast that highlights thepeople, stories, and experiences that bring the YMCA of Greater Nashua's mission to life.In this episode, host Lynne Boyer, Vice President ofCommunity Impact, sits down with Jason LaChance, Senior Director of Wellness, to discuss his journey through the YMCA movement, his passion for health and wellness, and the experiences that shaped his career.From working as a wellness representative and personaltrainer to spending a year traveling the country and visiting 33 national parks, Jason shares how adventure, connection, and purpose have influenced both his personal and professional life. He also talks about the welcoming communityfound at the Y, the importance of finding joy in fitness, and how small steps can lead to lasting wellness success.Whether you're a longtime member, new to your wellnessjourney, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation offers a meaningful look at the people who make our Y community stronger every day.

In this debut episode, host Lynne Boyer sits down withCarlisa Choate, Vice President of Youth Development and Achievement, to talk about her incredible journey from television journalism and education to becoming a leader at the YMCA.Carlisa shares her personal Y story, her passion for youthdevelopment, and the powerful moment she realized she had truly become part of the Y movement. Together, Lynne and Carlisa discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for youth, supporting families, building strong communityconnections, and the heart behind the work happening every day at the Y.You’ll also hear reflections on leadership, parenting,teamwork, the recent Early Education Center renovation, and what inspires Carlisa most about serving children, teens, families, and the community.Thank you for joining us for the launch of The Heart ofthe Y podcast. We’re excited to continue sharing the stories of the dedicated staff and leaders who make the YMCA of Greater Nashua such a special place.