Girls on the Run Interview

When girls hit nine years old, they start believing and responding to negative social influences. Wouldn’t it be better if they heard more positive voices that valued their ambitions?

Girls on the Run encourages third grade girls to reach their potential by prioritizing their physical and emotional wellbeing.

Find out how running teaches girls valuable skills that set them up for life.

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November 19, 2022

Girls On The Run Is Teaching Young Girls Resilience Through Running

#431 Great.com Talks With... Girls on the Run

Regular recreational running confers a whole host of mental and physical benefits. In this episode we talked with Dana Williams from Girls on the Run about the importance of teaching young girls resilience and healthy goal setting through physical activity.

Why the Third Grade Is so Important

In its 25 year history, Girls on the Run has consistently shown that running can enhance girls' social, emotional and physical attributes and skills. They reach girls in the third grade, when they are nine - a critical year in their development. At this stage in their lives, girls can begin to lose self-confidence and feel increased peer pressure.

Girls on the Run inspires them to pursue their dreams and overcome adversity with renewed conviction. Students meet in small teams twice a week to be led through the Girls on the Run curriculum, which emphasizes the connection between physical and emotional health.

Dana explains that running is the perfect physical activity to help build motivation and self-confidence. It’s highly accessible, requires no special equipment, and allows the girls to set personalized goals - a key life skill.

Listen to the whole interview to find out how challenging societal messages about growing up as a girl can be both empowering and uplifting. You can also find a council to get involved with near you. Girls on the Run welcomes donations to help inspire the next generation of young female leaders.

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