Meriter–UnityPoint Health Announces the Meriter Mighty Kids Program
Running group trains kids for the Kids Roo Run Run
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 16, 2014
Contact:
Leah Huibregtse
Sr. Communications Strategist, Meriter–UnityPoint Health
work: (608) 417-5685; cell (608) 516-2256
(MADISON, Wis.) –In 2012, studies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found more than one-third of our nation’s children and adolescents were overweight or obese.
In an effort to encourage healthy and active lifestyles among our youth, Meriter-UnityPoint Health is proud to introduce the Meriter Mighty Kids Program, a running class for kids ages 5-14.
“Meriter’s Mighty Kids is a great way to keep our kids happy and healthy this summer,” said Dr. Ronald Grant, Meriter-UnityPoint Health pediatric hospitalist. “We hope this program will encourage all participants to continue an active lifestyle well beyond this nine-week program.”
Meriter Mighty Kids is free and meets once a week. It focuses on fun running activities that keep kids moving and prepares them for the Henry Vilas Zoo’s Roo Run Run on Sunday, September 28. Kids who attend six of the nine sessions will qualify for a free entry into the Roo Run Run (distances: ¼ mile, ½ mile or 1 mile).
The program will take place 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. every Tuesday from July 29th to September 23rd. It will be located in Edward Klief Park at 1200 Milton St., near Meriter Hospital.
Kids should wear running clothes and shoes and be sure to bring a water bottle. Parents are welcome to stay and help with the activities. Register your kids today at meriter.com/classes.
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About Meriter–UnityPoint Health
Meriter–UnityPoint Health provides comprehensive, coordinated care to patients throughout the Greater Madison area through our clinics, hospital and home care services. Employing more than 3,500 people, Meriter offers primary and specialty care, including heart and vascular, orthopedics, women’s health, and the busiest birthing center in Wisconsin. Meriter is a 2013 recipient of the National Research Corporations’ coveted Innovative Best Practice award, Top Rated Adult Doctors award and Top Rated Pediatric Doctors award. For more information, visit meriter.com.
