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Kids Running

Warm-up Exercises for Kids

March 30, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Before they start a running workout or begin a soccer, basketball, or other sports practice, kids should do some warm-up exercises to get their muscles warmed up and ready to go. A proper warm-up can […]

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Kids Running

Racing Games for Kids

March 18, 2024 Christine Luff 2

Participating in fun running games not only encourages kids to be active, but it prevents them from getting bored so they’ll be running for longer stretches of time. Racing games also help kids learn to […]

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Kids Running

7 Running Games for Kids

March 8, 2024 Christine Luff 2

Looking for ways to get kids motivated to run? Most kids like running, but some may not be too excited about the idea of just running laps around a track or a gymnasium. Planning organized […]

strengthening exercises for kids
Kids Running

Strengthening Exercises for Kids

January 25, 2024 Christine Luff 3

As they run, swim, or participate in sports such as soccer, hockey, or basketball, kids are building strength and improving their endurance. However, adding some basic body-weight strengthening exercises to kids’ fitness routine can not […]

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Kids Running

4 Fun Running Challenges for Kids

January 11, 2024 Christine Luff 1

Kids are natural runners, but sometimes they need a fun running challenge for motivation to get moving. If you’re a running club coach, physical education teacher, or parent, here some running challenges for kids to […]

conditioning drills for kids
Kids Running

Conditioning Drills for Kids

January 5, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Whether they run, swim, or participate in sports such as soccer, hockey, basketball, or all of the above, kids can benefit from conditioning drills. Working some of these conditioning drills for kids into their weekly […]

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Kids Running

How to Get Kids into Running

January 3, 2024 Christine Luff 0

When my two kids were babies, my husband and I would trade off races so that one of us would race while the other one stood on the sidelines with the double jogging stroller, watching […]

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Kids Running

Benefits of Running for Kids

November 24, 2023 Christine Luff 0

While all physical activity is beneficial for kids, running can significantly improve kids’ physical, mental, and personal well-being. Not only can running help them stay fit and healthy, it can also teach kids valuable life […]