Run, Walk, Get Fit for a Cause

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Health Education

Girls on the Run

Girls on the Run is an international nonprofit organization that provides localized health education and wellness programs to girls ages 8 to 12. During the 10-week program, participants train for a 3.1-mile run/walk event while taking team-building and self-esteem enhancing lessons that encourage healthy habits and an active lifestyle for girls. Girls learn to stretch themselves -- physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally -- and in the process are inspired to a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Each local chapter of Girls on the Run hosts two runs each year.

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gski2 wrote:

"Make SAVING LIVES part of your TRAINING" and join our charity team for the 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Post-close entries available. Help OUTRUN DIABETES in 2012! www.outrundiabetes.com

2/27/2012 11:32:18 AM Report Abuse

dwightdjohnson wrote:

Should be able to organize it by zip so I can find those closest to me 1st!

2/24/2012 01:51:40 PM Report Abuse

hrwoytash wrote:

It would be nice to have this list by "sport" or event type as well.

2/24/2012 11:47:06 AM Report Abuse

ecdupuis1 wrote:

Also, for ALS is United We Dance to Find a Cure--Zumba! Find a Zumbathon near you by going onto zumba.com!

2/24/2012 11:10:41 AM Report Abuse

ianlisa2 wrote:

Check out www.runwild.ca It's a race in St. Albert, Alberta May 6 with distances for all runners or walkers. We support kids and seniors through this run and make it a day long event for the family!

2/24/2012 10:18:01 AM Report Abuse