Our running program will be every Friday during class time.  (Weather conditions are always taken into account for that day.)  Students will jog/walk for 15 minutes around a designated course.  For each lap completed, credit is given to the student.  Motivational prizes are given for every 5 miles  jogged/walked.

Goals:

• Improve cardiovascular fitness and aerobic endurance
• Establish a foundation for learning good running form
• Learn proper jogging and muscle stretching techniques
• Strengthen and increase flexibility of the body (feet, ankles, knees, legs and hips)
• Knowledge that running increases the ability to perform better in all sports

Benefits of running and physical activity:

• Sleep better
• Better able to handle physical and emotional challenges
• Have a stronger and healthier muscles, joints and bones
• A stronger immune system
• Enhances the brain's metabolism
• Improves memory
• Develops self-esteem and confidence
• Strengthens the entire cardiovascular system
• Improves behavior