GIrls on the run 5k

The past few months,

Sydney has been participating in a program

called Girls on the Run, for 3rd-4th grade girls

at her school.

They would meet after school,

and the coaches would spend the first hour

teaching the kids about such ideals as

self-esteem, positive self-image,

healthy physical habits

and developing good relationships.

The last 30-45 minutes, they would run,

in training for a big 5k run

at the end of the season.

Yesterday was the big day.

We met at a park, where all the girls in the program

in our area came together

with any other girls or women who

wanted to participate.

I think over 1,000 people had registered to run.

Pre-run warm-ups.

Group pic.

It was so much fun!
Sydney did awesome, I was so proud of her.
She ran almost the whole thing.
Once we got into a rhythm,
she didn't want to slow down much.
Having a crowd cheering for you was motivating, too.
It felt great!

She's amazing.
It's a great program, and I know she's already
looking forward to next year!