HKRS Blog

Runner Spotlight: Asher Cox, New Braunfels, TX

Asher is 4.5 years old and participates in HKRS – New Braunfels, TX Challenger Division. Asher was born early at 29 weeks and spent his first three months of life in the NICU, including emergency heart surgery at three weeks old.   When Asher was almost two he was not walking independently and was ultimately diagnosed […] >> READ MORE
Healthy Kids Spotlight

Runner Spotlight: Calvin, Caledonia, MI

Calvin was a member of the HKRS family in Caledonia, MI, and passed away unexpectedly a few months ago. We honored him this season with a special theme week, “Colors for Calvin!” HKRS runners donned their brightest colors to honor the memory of their fellow runners.  Calvin’s mom shared that Sunday evenings were the highlight […] >> READ MORE
Nutrition, Uncategorized

Flower Grazing Board From Giant

Fuel up with a flower power snack board!  This interactive creation is a great way for kids to explore a variety of fruits and veggies while having fun in the kitchen.  Grab these supplies and get started! Mini pancakes Greek yogurt Strawberries Blueberries Mandarin oranges Radishes Cucumbers Cherry tomatoes   Check out the full instructions […] >> READ MORE
Nutrition

Unicorn Smoothies From Giant

Loaded with fruit, these cute and colorful layered smoothies are guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Ingredients 1 oz chocolate, melted 1 cup fresh mango chunks 2 ripe bananas, peeled and divided ½ cup frozen raspberries ½ cup milk, divided ½ cup frozen blackberries 1 marshmallow 2 ice cream sugar cones ½ cup […] >> READ MORE
Nutrition

RAINBOW Recipes From Giant

Get your little leprechauns excited for the season with a rainbow of fruits and veggies!  Selecting a variety of colorful foods can help our bodies get the variety of nutrients it needs. Check out this inspiration to make it happen! Red Promotes heart health, reduces sun-related skin damage, and lowers the risk of some cancers […] >> READ MORE
Healthy Kids Spotlight

Runner Spotlight: Maxim Ustinov

Tewksbury, MA In 2017, at just one-month-old, Maxim Ustinov faced major heart surgery. He was born with a congenital heart defect known as a “ventricular septal defect” meaning there was a hole in the wall between the two lower chambers of his heart. Thankfully the surgery was a success, and at age 6 Max decided […] >> READ MORE
News

Welcoming New Members to the Board of Directors

  Healthy Kids Running Series is thrilled to announce the addition of three new members to the board of directors. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our organization, and we are excited to have them on board. Please join us in welcoming the following new members: Joe Coyle, President, Michaels Student […] >> READ MORE