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As screen time increases and active play decreases, children and teens have a chance to make a positive change by getting moving and embracing healthy habits.

Research shows that strength training and running programs are safe for young people and can provide important physical, mental, and long-term health benefits. 

A little lemonade can go a long way! See how the Girls on the Run Lake Mills team turned their Community Impact Project into a meaningful way to support The Mill food pantry and families in their community.

When two organizations share a passion for empowering girls, amazing things happen. Explore the meaningful connection between Gamma Phi Beta and Girls on the Run through Stella’s journey from philanthropy to coaching.

With a new school year underway and Girls on the Run practices just around the corner, families are settling into busy schedules and exciting routines. It's also the time of year when germs start making the rounds. Luckily, a few simple healthy habits can go a long way toward keeping kids feeling their best.

For Eleanor and her mom, Lucy, Girls on the Run became much more than an after-school activity. It became an opportunity to grow, connect, and create memories together.

Last week, 43 girls from across Dane County came together for our very first Camp GOTR, and we are already excited about what this new opportunity could mean for Girls on the Run.

We’re still glowing from an unforgettable Spring 5K Celebration—relive the joy, milestones, and magic of our season finale!

When I wrote the first installment of this series, I shared that I had stepped back into a coaching role for the first time in several years because I wanted to reconnect with the how behind our work.

What I didn't fully appreciate was just how much joy I would find in the experience.

We're grateful for the trust families place in us each season, and we're excited to welcome participants back this fall for another season of confidence, connection, and joyful movement.