What We've Been Up To

Wondering what's been going on at "Will Run for Fun"? Then you've come to the right place! Here, I will be updating everyone once a week about the kids progress, the activities that we're doing and all the fun stuff in between!

So far, we've been having a great time at WRFF. The kids are super enthusiastic about running- and many of them have never even tried the sport before!

We start each day with a little tidbit of information relating to running (like the importance of hydration or stretching). This time is an opportunity for the kids to learn about how to stay safe and get the most out of running.

After warm-ups (pictured above) and stretching, the volunteers take the kids on a run. We make sure to go at a steady, conversational pace and ask the everyone how they're doing throughout the run. Some kids will go for a longer distance if they're up to it, while others will return to the meeting spot to cool off with some water and stretching. It is really important that the kids are comfortable during the runs yet are still willing to challenge themselves to go a little bit further each time.

The last part of the day (and certainly the best part, according to the kids) is game time! Games are encouraged at WRFF because they keep everyone moving and are often a bit slower paced, which is great for a cool down. Some games we have played so far are capture the flag, freeze tag, and -a unanimous favorite- drip drip drop! I mean, who can resist having water dropped on their head on a ninety degree day?

Hope everyone is enjoying the program as much as we are!                                                                                     Pictured above: Group stretching allows the kids
                                                                                                    to offer their own ideas for a stretch!

Leda and the WRFF Team

 "Circle Time" at the beginning of the clinic. Here, we discuss different running topics and try to remember everyones names!

The group goes on a run together around the fields.











The kids (and volunteers!) enjoy a game of capture the flag at the end of the day.