Corpus Christi ISD (CCISD) is on a mission to get kids active and healthy. Located in the Coastal Bend of Texas, Corpus Christi has a high prevalence of chronic disease, …
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AUSTIN, Texas – Marathon Kids, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, today announced a generous donation from MedSpring Urgent Care. The total amount of funding—$17,500—will be used to support the Marathon Kids mission …
Ever dream you could race a four-time Olympic gold medalist and win? Champion distance runner Mo Farah bets you can! He’s giving kids the chance to beat him to the …
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By Staff, Modern Wellness Guide Only a fraction of children get the recommended 60 minutes of exercise per day. CEO Cami Hawkins talks why movement is so important for their …
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On November 5th actor and comedian Kevin Hart is lining up alongside thousands of others to run the TCS New York City Marathon. This is Hart’s first marathon and he …
Following his spectacular 10,000-meter win in London, and ahead of his final 5,000-meter race, Mo Farah has revealed one element of the next stage of his career: he will pass …
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Marathon Kids and Nike Celebrate a National Milestone, with More Than 350,000 Active Kids. Join the movement with Marathon Kids at Home. AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Marathon Kids and Nike are proud to …
Coach Maria Mendez is a K-5 PE teacher at Freedom Elementary School in Southside Independent School District, approximately 20 miles south of downtown San Antonio. After hearing about Marathon Kids …
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July is Park and Recreation Month, and in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association, we’re sharing a few stories of how to make the most of this year’s …
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Active Schools, a nationwide movement dedicated to ensuring 60 minutes of physical activity is the norm in K-12 schools, honored Ergotron, Lakeshore Foundation – National Center for Health, Physical Activity …
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