HKRS Blog

Stretching and Warming Up: Essential Steps for Active Kids

At Healthy Kids Running Series, we’re all about nurturing young runners! Whether they’re sprinting in an HKRS race, kicking soccer balls, grooving to music, or monkeying around on the bars, one thing remains non-negotiable: stretching and warming up.  Why do these practices matter? Let’s break it down: Safety First: Proper warm-ups reduce the risk of […] >> 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
Healthy Kids Spotlight

Runner Spotlight: Ryan Duffy

Mullica Hill / Mantua, NJ Ryan Duffy began running with Healthy Kids Running Series in Mullica Hill / Mantua, NJ in 2015 when he was only 6 years old. He loved getting out and running on the weekends with his sisters. Participating in Healthy Kids Running Series sparked a love of running that has grown […] >> READ MORE
Events

Turkey Trot

Give Thanks for HKRS!   Before sitting down for Thanksgiving Dinner, give back to HKRS by running a Turkey Trot! Proceeds from both of these events will go to support the HKRS mission – inspiring kids to believe in themselves and live an active healthy lifestyle!    Celebrating Thanksgiving in the Philadelphia area? Join us […] >> READ MORE
Healthy Kids Spotlight

Community Coordinator Spotlight: Christi Sube

Christie Sube – HKRS Glenview, IL How many seasons have you been a HKRS Community Coordinator? This Fall is my 4th season as Community Coordinator.   What’s a great mission moment you’ve experienced as a Coordinator?  My favorite mission moment so far was our entire Spring 2023 series when we reached many new families and […] >> READ MORE