These Kids Were Born To Run: Healthy Kids Running Series In OC

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA — Kids across South Orange County are getting ready to get fit, according to the Healthy Kids Running Series (“HKRS”). This national, community-based nonprofit provides "a fun, five-week running program for ages 2-14 that gets kids active, feel accomplished and lays the foundation for a healthy lifestyle," they said in recent release.

Now, HKRS is seeking participants for its program in South Orange County. The first of five consecutive Sunday afternoon races will start on Sunday, September 30th at 3:30 p.m. at Chapparosa Park (25191 Chapparosa Rd, Laguna Niguel, Ca 92677).

"Each Healthy Kids Running Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate race distances," a spokesperson for the club said.

Kids compete each week for a chance to earn points, and at the end of the Series, the top boy and girl with the most points in their respective age division earn a trophy.

All participants receive a finishers medal, race bag and Healthy Kids Running Series tech shirt for their achievements courtesy of Healthy Kids Running Series!

Healthy Kids Running Series teaches its participants to live an active lifestyle through goal setting and dedication.

“Healthy Kids Running Series is designed to combat the increasing rates of child obesity in America,” said Jeff Long, Healthy Kids Running Series Founder. “My goal is to motivate and inform kids to be healthy and active. We are providing a fun environment to improve their self-esteem and inspire them to adopt a ‘Get Up and Go’ attitude. The support and growth of our Series have confirmed our value and mission.”

“The Healthy Kids Running Series is about having fun and encouraging our kids to remain active,” said Tamara Conan, Director, Healthy Kids Running Series. “Our goal is to provide a fun and positive experience for every participant and see them improve over the five weeks.”

Over 50,000 kids participate in more than 200 Healthy Kids Running Series nationwide.

HKRS is a five-week, nonprofit youth running program where kids can be competitive in their age bracket. The divisions and race distances are as follows:

Elementary:

Pre-Kindergarten 2/3 yrs old - 50 Yard Dash

Pre-Kindergarten 4/5 yrs old - 75 Yard Dash

Kindergarten & 1st Grade - ¼ Mile

2nd & 3rd Grade - ½ Mile

4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile

Middle School

1 Mile

To register a child, volunteer or become a sponsor, please visit our website at www.HealthyKidsRunningSeries.org.

If you are interested in starting a Healthy Kids Running Series program in your community, visit the “Start a Race” page on www.HealthyKidsRunningSeries.org for more information.

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