Running: How You Can Make it Fun

Kids having fun at a Try Boro Running ClinicYou just finished another tough day at school; while you were there you had a vocabulary and math test that left you drained. You had a snack and now your friends are out in the neighborhood. But, what should we do? You went outside and kicked the soccer ball, threw the Frisbee, played basketball or just played tag. Did you notice that all of a sudden you weren’t so tired anymore and actually you had more energy? Well thank running for making you feel better!

Here are a few games that you and your friends in your neighborhood might enjoy playing. Many times my cross country team at Siegel High School will play sharks and minnows, red light, green light, blob tag, flag tag, relay races or ultimate Frisbee during practice. The key is we are improving our fitness, building team unity and having fun at the same time. Challenge your mom or dad to the mailbox and see who wins. You may not win the first time, but with more practice one day all your hard work will pay off and then you will win the race.

Any running activity that you can play with a friend or your parents will help you feel better and make you a healthier person. Running is a great way to build your self esteem, focus, creativity, and keep you motivated for the next difficult test that you face the next day in school.