Local families will be excited to learn that the Healthy Kids Running Series, a five week running series for kids age 2 through 14, will now be held virtually!
In an effort to help families come together during these difficult and challenging times, Healthy Kids Running Series, a national inclusive and fun youth running experience, inspiring kids (ages 2-14) to believe in themselves and lead an active healthy lifestyle, is converting its outdoor five-week spring Series into a virtual Series beginning on Sunday, April 19 at HealthyKidsRunningSeries.org
The dates for the Spring 2020 Healthy Kids Virtual Running Series are: April 19, April 26, May 3, May 10, and May 17. Runners may run any day and time of the week they choose, starting on Sunday through Saturday of the following weekend. Runners may run in their backyard, on a sidewalk, or any other place where they can safely follow social-distancing protocols.
“As families navigate through this new norm of social distancing, we want to encourage kids to lead an active healthy lifestyle. Whether it’s running in their yard or around the block, we want kids to continue to be active while avoiding potential contact with the COVID-19,” said Jean Neal, Coordinator, Healthy Kids Running Series. “Our races are always kid focused with the ultimate goal of teaching children how to be active and healthy while creating meaningful relationships within our community. This is a unique opportunity to be connected and engaged with participants while separate.”
“When new parameters were put in place limiting interaction for our participants, and with more families relying on technology, we felt it was in our best interest to keep our kids engaged and offer this virtual Series,” said Jeff Long, Founder, Healthy Kids Running Series. “Through our virtual Series, we teach kids effort, perseverance, persistence, sportsmanship, independence and grit. We will show kids and their parents how to be active while staying at home.”
The Healthy Kids Running Virtual Series is a five-week program beginning on Sunday, April 19 with age-appropriate race distances. Kids compete each week on a course of their choosing, and at the end of the Series, when appropriate, participants will be invited to a “Medal & T-Shirt Pickup” event. Registration is $35 for the virtual five-week Series.
The Healthy Kids Running Series impacts more than 60,000 youth runners in 300+ communities across the United States. Healthy Kids Running Series engages communities and families by providing an inclusive youth running experience, inspiring kids to believe in themselves and lead active healthy lifestyles. Learn more at www.HealthyKidsRunningSeries.org.
The $35 registration fee includes participation in all five races, the Healthy Kids Running Series T-Shirt, and a medal each participant receives at the end of the five-week program.
The Healthy Kids Running Series is separated into the following six age group divisions:
Pre-K ages 2-3 years old will run 50 yard dash
Pre-K ages 4-5 years old will run 75 yard dash
Grades K-1 will run 1/4 mile
Grades 2-3 will run 1/2 mile
Grades 4-5 will run 1 mile
Grades 6-8 will run 1 mile
The Challenger race division is an inclusive all age run for children with special needs that might need a little extra help on the course. Parents/aids/volunteers may help participants for this division.
Register online or print off a registration form to mail and kick of the season with the Healthy Kids Running Series.
For more information about the Healthy Kids Running Series, please contact Jean Neal at 434-401-3270 or by email at hkrslynchburg@gmail.com.
Let your kids Get Up and Go as they give running a try this spring with the Healthy Kids Running Series.
