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YMCA Helps Aging Adults Stay Well and Thrive Physically, Mentally and Socially
According to a recent study by the CDC, 27.5 percent of adults 50 and older reported no physical activity outside of work during the past month – and inactivity increased significantly with age.
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YMCA Engages Youth as Leaders and Learners After School
According to research conducted at UCLA, teen participation in after school programs helps reduce juvenile crime, sexual activity, and other risky behaviors such as drug and alcohol use.
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YMCA CEO Glen Gunderson's Perspective on Providing Teens the Opportunity to "Thrive"
It's tough to be a teenager these days.
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YMCA Gives Teens Opportunities to Learn, Grow and Thrive
According to research conducted at UCLA, teen participation in after school programs helps reduce juvenile crime, sexual activity, and other risky behaviors such as drug and alcohol use.
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YMCA Celebrates 160 Years Serving the Twin Cities Community
On July 28, 1856, a small group met in St. Paul’s First Presbyterian Church to form a Young Men’s Christian Association.
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YMCA Builds Generations of Leaders at Camp
The YMCA offers camp programs to help kids and families build confidence and develop friendships while growing as leaders.
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YMCA CEO Glen Gunderson’s Perspective on Health and Wellness of Families
In schools nationwide, there’s a huge emphasis on S.T.E.M.
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YMCA Offers Swimming and Water Safety Opportunities for All
According to the World Health Organization, drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional injury death worldwide.
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YMCA CEO Glen Gunderson’s Perspective on Youth Development through Sports
Youth sports has a dynamic place in our culture and even our economy.
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YMCA Provides Opportunities for Youth and Their Families to Develop Health and Wellness Habits
According to the Institute of Medicine, nearly one in three children in the United States are overweight or obese.
