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Kids Health

Get Active! Tips And Information From “Let’s Move!”

As we know so well here at Healthy Kids Running Series, physical activity is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. In combination with healthy eating, it can help prevent a range of chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer, and stroke, which are the three leading causes of death. Physical activity helps control weight, builds […] >> READ MORE

Community Coordinator Profile: Aimee and Ryan Reed of Cedar Park, Texas

Aimee and Ryan Reed are launching their first series this spring in Cedar Park, Texas. They each bring deep running backgrounds to their program and are parents of two Healthy Kids who will be running in their program soon! “Who are you?” What is your background with your family, community involvement, and running? We are […] >> READ MORE
Kids Health

36 Healthy and Easy Snacks That Are Cheaper Than Fast Food!

The University of Minnesota’s School of Public Health has a list of nearly 40 healthy, easy to make, and inexpensive (not to mention delicious) snack foods for young athletes. The snacks range from classics such as “Ants on a log” – peanut butter and raisins on celery – to the more creative Banana Pops – […] >> READ MORE
Healthy Kids Stories

Welcome to the Healthy Kids Running Series Blog!

Welcome to the brand new Healthy Kids Running Series Blog! Healthy Kids Running Series started with the purpose of combating childhood obesity through an introduction to running to motivate kids to live a healthy and active lifestyle.  In addition, a large part of our effort involves education. For five weeks every spring and fall, your […] >> READ MORE
Healthy Families

Coaching Healthy Habits Training

Today we’re going to explore how to coach healthy habits in your family or on a team. There are three main healthy habits that all children should be taught: Move more, drink right, and snack smart. These are three themes that we’ll talk about a lot on this blog, but with a slightly different focus […] >> READ MORE
Kids Health

Eat Right to Perform Your Best

Being active is only part of the equation for kids to stay healthy. It’s just as important to make sure that what they’re eating is the right fuel for their play time. Thanks to our friends at ChildObesity180, we have tips for “Healthy Fuel for Healthy Athletes.” Proper nutrition and hydration is broken down into […] >> READ MORE
Running

The Benefits of Jogging in the Winter

This past December, The Independent (from the UK) published a great article that explains all the benefits of continuing your running routine during the winter – if you have the right equipment, that is. The article touches on some key factors in staying safe while running during the winter. As the author explains, it’s imperative that […] >> READ MORE
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