Description
Running is important in so many activites for children! Whether in sports or just on the playground, we want children to feel confident moving their feet quickly!
Steps to Running
- Head and trunk stable
- Eyes focused forward and watching where you are going
- Land on ball of foot
- High knee lift (thigh almost parallel to fround)
- Bend elbows at 90 degrees
- Your arms should swing forward and backward — not across your body
- Your feet should land under your body
- Remember, try not to slap the ground — running is quiet!
What to Watch For
- Arms should stay at the side of the body
- Legs shouldn't go out to the side — try to keep them in line with your body
Tips
- Younger children love to run — and they don't need a large space to do so! Even a small, safe space can allow for lots of practice time for playing games
- If you're running fast for a short distance, keep those knees lifted high. If you're running a longer distance, you'll want to do a smaller knee lift and do shorter strides.
- Always have water on hand
