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4 Ways to Spice Up Your Workout

Ray, one of our amazing personal trainers at the Downtown St. Louis Y location, shares 4 simple ways to spice up your workouts. Check out the video and read the blog to learn about each tip!
Jul 22, 2025
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Phones Down, Eyes Up™

The Gateway Region YMCA Urges Community to Prioritize Water Safety by Joining National “Phones Down, Eyes Up™” Campaign
May 13, 2025
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Top 10 Water Safety Tips for Families

The YMCA observes National Water Safety Month each year in May, but there's no time like the present to remind parents of the basics of year-round water safety.
May 8, 2025

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