LIVESTRONG at the YMCA
Reclaiming Normal--Improving Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life
Cancer is a life-changing disease that takes a tremendous toll on a person, both physically and emotionally. The Y and LIVESTRONG® have joined forces to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a research-based physical activity and well-being initiative designed to help adult cancer survivors achieve their holistic health goals.
Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely achieve their goals. These include building muscle mass and strength; increasing flexibility and endurance; and improving confidence and self-esteem. By focusing on the whole person and not the disease, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is helping people move beyond cancer in spirit, mind and body.
"Reclaiming Normal"—from exercise classes to support groups, cancer survivorship programs at the Y are improving the quality of life for those affected by cancer--survivors, patients and families alike.
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA at a glance
- A 12-week wellness program for adult cancer survivors that meets two times per week
- Its FREE of charge; survivors and their family receive a FREE three-month family membership to the Y branch where they participate
- The program utilizes a curriculum developed by Stanford University
- Y certified fitness instructors work with participants to develop an individualized fitness program that allows them to progress at their own pace
- An additional benefit of LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is the opportunity to create a supportive social network and form new friendships
- Survivors should contact their local participating Y to enroll and answer a short questionnaire
The following YMCA of Greater St. Louis branches offer LIVESTRONG at the YMCA:
| Branch | Phone |
| Edward Jones Family YMCA | 314-439-9622 |
| Four Rivers Area Family YMCA | 636-239-5704 |
| Mid-County Family YMCA | 314-962-9450 |
| Monsanto Family YMCA | 314-367-4646 |
| O'Fallon Family YMCA | 636-379-0092 |
| South City Family YMCA | 314-644-3100 |
| South County Family YMCA | 314-849-4668 |
| St. Charles County Family YMCA | 636-928-1928 |
| West County Family YMCA | 636-532-3100 |
