Aravaipa Running is proud to announce the Aravaipa Youth Runs! In partnership with the Scottsdale-based Naturopathic Specialists, Aravaipa will be offering select races to youth under the age of 18 at no cost. The first race to be offered is the McDowell Mountain Frenzy on December 7, 2013 with a 1.6 mile run. Runners of any age are welcome, though children under 13 must have an adult accompany them during the entire run.
The program intends to introduce youth to the joys of trail running in a safe and friendly environment. Exercise and diet are critical part of a lifelong healthy lifestyle, and Aravaipa Running stands behind encouraging this at all ages. Aravaipa also offers healthy and vegan options in the post race meals at every race. Kids participating in the run will receive the full race experience including technical t-shirt, finisher glass, chip timing, and post-race refreshments, all through the generous sponsorship of the Scottsdale-based Naturopathic Specialists. Dan Rubin, a doctor at the practice and frequent runner of Aravaipa events, fully supports the runs:
The more science and medicine progress the more obvious it becomes that prevention of chronic disease should start at a young age. Exercise is an absolute basis for such prevention and it seems these days, that exercise has taken a back seat to more sedentary and indoor activities usually engaged in front of a screen. Likewise, “modernization” of exercise has encouraged our youth towards computer-generated and fantastical representations of real sport. I support efforts which direct our younger generations towards the beautiful outdoors, towards the self-propelled activities that our bodies were meant to perform. Ultimately it is important that our youth recognize that health, happiness and stimulation can still be found is such activities. I salute Aravaipa Running for their dedication to kids’ wellness and Naturopathic Specialists, LLC, is proud to be a partner is this endeavor.
Youth or their parents may sign up online through the sign up form. Details of how to complete registration will be provided within a week. Youth entry for this race is limited to 50 participants.
