Marafun - pilot project for 2010

 

The 2010 Saskatchewan Marathon is proud to introduce a unique, new feature called Marafun. This is a brand new, in-school fitness program that has over 200 Saskatoon area children in Grades 3-8 run 42.2 km (a Full Marathon!) over 5 months. The program wraps up with a 2.2 km “race” on Marathon Day, Sunday May 30th. Marafun is designed to let kids get a feel for the Marathon experience as well as learn more about fitness and adopting a healthy lifestyle.  

The 2010 pilot program was initiated in Saskatoon area public schools in January of this year and is already well underway. Please check back regularly for photos and progress updates.

Fit Facts

 

#6 – Are you noticing the days getting longer?

• Goal Getters: Help to make your group's activity fun by showing up on time and being a supporter.
• On the Move: Prevent injuries by always warming up really well before you give your body a good workout.
• Munch & Sip: Surprise! You can say no to junk food.

#7 – You are making an excellent choice to be active.

• Goal Getters: Celebrate successes, however small they might seem - even remembering your shoes and your exercise snack.
• On the Move: Cool down after your activity. Did you remember to warm up from last week?
• Munch & Sip: Eat whole grains like 7-grain bread instead of enriched ones like many white breads.

#8 – Love these warming days!

• Goal Getters: Check your tracking form to see how far you’ve gone.
• On the Move: Always do your activity with a partner.
• Munch & Sip: Try trimming the fat off of the meat you eat.

#9 – Let’s rock the second half of Marafun 2010!

• Goal Getters: Remember that your hard work can pay off in school and in other ways.
• On the Move: Wear bright clothes so that you are easy to see.
• Munch & Sip: Get your fats from healthy sources like vegetable oils, fatty fish, and almonds.

#10 – What signs of spring have you seen and heard?

• Goal Getters: Ask someone to take pictures of your group being active.
• On the Move: Obey the rules of the road.
• Munch & Sip: Make your meals colourful with fresh fruits and vegetables.

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