Harrison Park Elementary School held a "Running Club Preview Day" in November to introduce students to the ‘Kids of Steel’ program (developed by the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon). The free program helps motivate kids and their families to get moving together.
“During this Preview day, students got an inside look at what the ‘Kids of Steel’ practices will be like as we train for the Kids Marathon on May 3rd in downtown Pittsburgh,” said Miss Simpson. “Mrs. Ray and I have a blast with the kids, and the program is growing every year!”
Students learn some warm-up stretches
Nolan Kauffman and Calvin Toth learn to practice their speed and agility
Eli Thompson plays the “Head, Knees, Cone” game
Ella Deflavio and Madison Laird race to be the first person to pick up a cone
Mrs. Ray (one of the club sponsors) explains the best ways for students to pace themselves while running
Participants gather for a photo before practice