SIMPSONVILLE, S.C. —

The YMCA Strong Kids Triathlon brought together more than 300 athletes ages 4 to 15 for swimming, biking and running challenges.

Matthew Gilstrap, associate executive director of Prisma Health Family YMCA, said this is the third year of the event, and it has grown bigger each time thanks to support from staff and volunteers. Latest Forecast

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Gilstrap said the event highlights the YMCA’s mission of youth development and healthy living. "We're making sure our youth develop, have the opportunity to learn, to grow, and to have a great opportunity to have fun and also learn healthy lifestyles right by exercise and wellness programs," he said.

Returning athlete Asher Kaminstein said he enjoys the overall atmosphere of

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