Why the YMCA of Greater Brandywine Chose Evolt to Transform Member Health
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine implemented the Evolt 360 Body Composition Analyzer across its branches to enhance member education, engagement, and long-term health outcomes. As part of the rollout, President and CEO Bertram L. Lawson II personally completed an Evolt scan to experience the technology firsthand and demonstrate its value to members and staff.
The Evolt 360 scanner tells you much more than your weight. It measures lean mass, body fat, and visceral fat, the fat around your organs that predicts health risks like diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and provides calorie guidance tailored to your goals, whether fat loss, muscle gain, or overall health.
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Like many community-focused health organizations, the YMCA sought a better way to move beyond scale weight and help members truly understand their health. Traditional metrics often fail to explain what is happening inside the body, leading to confusion, discouragement, and missed opportunities for meaningful behavior change.
The YMCA needed a tool that could:
- Educate members on body composition, not just body weight
- Identify health risks early, particularly those tied to metabolic health
- Support personalized wellness plans
- Strengthen member accountability and motivation
The Evolt 360 Body Composition Analyzer was introduced across YMCA branches to provide detailed, actionable health data. The scan measures lean body mass, body fat mass, visceral fat, subcutaneous fat, abdominal circumference, and metabolic indicators. It also delivers calorie recommendations aligned to individual goals such as fat loss, muscle gain, or overall health improvement.
During his scan, Lawson acknowledged feeling nervous about the results, a reaction many members share. However, he emphasized that the scan creates an opportunity for learning, awareness, and growth rather than judgment.
The Experience
Lawson’s Evolt scan revealed insights far beyond the number on the scale. The results showed:
- Lean mass exceeding visceral fat levels
- Abdominal circumference within a healthy range
- Clear guidance on calorie intake aligned with his goals
Most importantly, the scan helped him understand what makes up body weight rather than focusing on the scale alone. This reinforced the YMCA’s philosophy of education over aesthetics and health over shortcuts.
The data also aligned with lifestyle changes Lawson had already begun earlier in the year, including:
- Participating in group fitness classes with family
- Engaging in aqua fitness as a former athlete
- Working one-on-one with YMCA fitness staff
- Attending nutrition and cooking classes through YMCA programming
The Evolt scan validated these efforts and provided clarity on how to continue progressing.
The Impact
By integrating the Evolt 360 into its wellness offerings, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine has strengthened its ability to:
- Educate members on visceral fat and metabolic risk factors tied to Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome
- Shift focus away from scale weight to meaningful health indicators
- Empower members with personalized, data-driven guidance
- Connect fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle programs into a cohesive health journey
According to Lawson, members should not let the number on the scale define their day. What matters is understanding what makes up that number and using data to guide informed decisions.
The Evolt 360 Body Composition Analyzer has become a powerful engagement and education tool for the YMCA of Greater Brandywine. By combining advanced body composition insights with supportive staff and community programming, the YMCA is helping members make informed decisions, reduce health risks, and stay committed to long-term wellness.
This case study highlights how Evolt transforms body composition data into understanding, motivation, and long-term health outcomes.
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