Health & Fitness
Youth Track & Field Season Is On Its Way!
Local kids enthusiastically endure the cold to kick off the 2012 Track Season!
Kids from Western Springs happily endured the chilling winds and declining temperatures Sunday to kick off the 3rd season for the Chicago Flyers Track Club. A number of kids are members of the original team, a few have only run with the Flyers during cross country season and a couple have never run before.
The kids used foam rollers to activate their muscles, performed dynamic stretches, challenged their core, learned a few running mechanics and were reminded of the importance of wearing many layers to practice (and the wisdom of their parents).
The kids start the season with measurements for maximum speed, acceleration, core, upper body strength and endurance to determine where their natural talent might lie. At the end of practice, a kind parent generously brought hot chocolate!
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The first event the Flyers will run is Run Like A Mother. Could it be possible that you haven't seen the blue posters?? A 5k/one mile run run for women and their children on Mother's Day!
It isn't too late to try the Chicago Flyers.. Email, info@chicagoflyers.org for more information.
