HKRS Blog

Board of Directors Opening

Healthy Kids Running Series Board of Directors Opening   Healthy Kids Running Series, a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, is currently accepting applications for open positions.    The purpose of the Board of Directors is to oversee the execution of the HKRS mission, manage organizational finances, […] >> READ MORE
Nutrition

Back-To-School Meal Plans from Giant

It’s back-to-school season! What’s the breakfast plan? What are you packing in the lunchbox?  What’s on the dinner table between extracurricular activities? Ah! It sounds more like back to busy season! Don’t fret, dietitians from GIANT/MARTINS are here with meal inspiration to get you and your family through busy days from morning to night!  Breakfast  […] >> READ MORE
News, Uncategorized

WE NEED COMMUNITY COORDINATORS!

HKRS Wants You To Coordinate A Race!    HKRS has races needing a Community Coordinator for Fall 2023, so our healthy kids don’t miss out on the #GetUpAndGo fun!  Without a new Coordinator, the kids in these towns cannot run with HKRS this fall. We don’t want that to happen, and we need your help! […] >> READ MORE
Healthy Kids Spotlight

Community Coordinator Spotlight: Ashley Burkett

Ashley Burkett HKRS Concord Township, PA TELL US MORE ABOUT HOW YOU GOT YOUR START WITH HKRS (as a runner, to a volunteer, to a Community Coordinator): Back in 2013, I was a participant with HKRS Concord Township…and now 10 years later I am the Community Coordinator of this AMAZING organization! Though I had always […] >> READ MORE
Nutrition

Everything is Peachy with These Summer Recipes from GIANT

  It’s stone fruit season! Stone fruits, also known as drupes, are fruits that have a “stone” or pit in their center. Peaches, plums, nectarines, and apricots are a few stone fruits that are at their juicy prime in July. These versatile produce stars can make for a refreshing addition to any meal and snack. […] >> READ MORE
Nutrition

Why are GIANT dietitians BANANAS for bananas on race day?

Why are GIANT dietitians BANANAS for bananas on race day? Well, we love them because bananas are…   An easy-to-digest carb that give a quick boost of energy A potassium powerhouse that can prevent muscle cramps A convenient on-the-go snack Great to use in recipes because of their natural sweetness   Whip up these Banana […] >> READ MORE