Girls on the Run of the Bay Area is a unique non-profit organization that aims to educate and build confidence in young girls through a non-competitive curriculum-based running program. Girls ages 8 to 13 sign up for a 10-week training program, where they are exposed to health education, life skills development, mentoring relationships, and physical training. The program culminates with a 5K or 1-mile run called the Lollipop Run. It will be hosted at Crissy Fields in San Francisco on Dec. 8, 2007 at 10:00am. ALL ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE!
I signed up to be a Running Buddy for this program and met with my girl today. On the day of the Lollipop Run, I will be running along her side to support and cheer her on. Today, we ran/walked/skipped/side stepped 1/4 of a mile together. She was very positive and excited about the program and mentioned that some of her best friends participate in Girls on the Run as well! After my time with her, I realized not only is this a program to get kids to be physically active, but that it is truly a safe environment for girls to learn life lessons and make friendships to last. Please support Girls on the Run by volunteering your time or donating to their programs.
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