 There are many reasons to join the Y. Building endurance, losing weight, strengthening your heart. When you join the Y, you're committing to more than simply becoming healthier. You're supporting the values and programs that strengthen your community. Join the YMCA of Upper Palmetto now at ymcaup.org. This is Benny Etter. If your air conditioning unit is straining under the summer heat, there's no reason to wait until it breaks down completely. No matter what the weather.