Top 10 Reasons to Run!
1. Chocolate Milk!
Chocolate milk does just about the same thing for recovery as a sports’ drink ….so, tell your mom to stock up!
2. Run Fartleks!
Ok…stop laughing! A Fartlek is a running term for a workout that includes slow mixed with fast paced running.
3. Earn Better Grades!
Brain research shows that students who are physically active have increased brain activity which means……better grades!
4. Be a Rock Star on Field Day!!!
When you begin to run longer distances, you will improve not only your leg, stomach, and back muscles, but, also your lungs. This means that as you become a better runner, you will improve at all sports.
5. Meet A New BFF!
Join a running/mileage club! This is a great way to meet new friends with similar interests and goals!
6. Crave Healthier Food!
As your body becomes stronger and healthier, you will naturally begin to choose healthier foods (like Chocolate Milk! LOL)!
7. Set your goal to be #1!
Runners compete against themselves…YOU choose goals based on distance and time….not your parents or teachers….Only you can make yourself a true winner!
8. Stressed? No Way!!!
Running helps to manage stress that is caused by school, parents….and little sisters!!!
9. Support a Cause
Many runners will choose a charity to support through running.
10. Awesome Race T-Shirts!
You get them in races…seriously, what more can you say.
