Day 10: 5k for RunFit

Today my oldest son, a couple friends of mine, their kids and I all participated in the Great Pumpkin Chase. It is a 10k, 5k and kids 1k and the proceeds benefit RunFit. It was a great chance to get some fresh air, some exercise and have some fun. The atmosphere of the race was fun and light, most of the participants dressed up in costumes and the kids chased a giant pumpkin for their race. We all had a great time. During the day I was able to return two lost items to worried owners also. That was a bonus and was made even better when I walked away from one return and heard the mom tell her daughter, "See, someone found it and returned it, that is the right thing to do. If you ever find anything you should try to return it too and be a good person." So motivational! It was a wonderful Good Human Day!

RunFit:

"RunFit launched the spring of 2006 as a bold initiative aimed at curbing the growing epidemic of childhood obesity by creating a running and/or walking program for children at after-school (or before school) programs across the district. The program is provided free to public and private elementary schools, as well as homeschools. Physical educators, classroom teachers, and parents can incorporate RunFit into their curriculum, after school programs, and at home with their families.

RunFit is a not for profit organization designed to help youth of all sizes, fitness and ability levels utilize the discipline of running to improve health, build character and provide opportunities for children to showcase their talents by participating in a number of RunFit sponsored events throughout the community,” said RunFit founder Stephen Pino. “Before, During and Afterschool programs such as RunFit play a vital role in the lives our communities by keeping kids’ safe, creating healthy habits and helping working families.”

RunFit is a fun program which motivates and trains children 5-13 to run one mile to 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) through active participation on a RunFit team. Participants learn to set and achieve challenging personal goals and are awarded incentives for attendance and improvement and culminating in local RunFit running events. RunFit, while intended to be physically challenging, is designed for children of all fitness and athletic levels.

RunFit provides opportunities to assist schools with their school sponsored jog-a-thons.

While RunFit is designed for elementary aged children, parents are encouraged to participate."

The kiddo line-up!

Me and my awesomely fast friends!