Girls on the Run is an after-school program that teaches girls to be strong and confident. It gives a support system during a critical age of development, enabling young females to take control of their feelings and bodies, using running as an outlet.This spring was my second season of being a volunteer coach for Girls on the Run. We train for 6 weeks in preparation for a 5k finale run. We meet twice a week to eat a healthy sack, run and play games. We work on critical skills such as cooperation, listening, and being a good friend during these sessions as well.
The following images are from the 5k, held at Heagle Park in Hailey, ID. Goodie was a sponsor, which was most apparent at the Happy Hair station. Girls (and coaches) painted, clipped, braided and wrapped their hair with all sorts of colorful accessories to celebrate the 5k run.
As far as my training is concerned I am still logging the long hours, living life and loving it. 2o hours this week, 24 next and my Sorrel is ready to eat in my garden. I am one of the luckiest kids in the world.
Sisters, Tara and Tess help each other get dolled up
Leaving my fate in the hands of one of the girls
Ella (GOTR) with brother Gill, one of my 5th graders
Danielle and Savannah strike a pose, just before the start
Alexa, women's winner, coming across the line
Alyssa, our first Ketchum GOTR finisher, bringing it home
Everyone was #1 on this day (notice the bibs)
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