Girls Have H.E.A.R.T. Program Builds Fitness and Self-Esteem

Contact Information

JMU Morrison Bruce Center

Contact Details

morrisonbrucecenter@jmu.edu

Description

Girls Have H.E.A.R.T. is a 10-week running program that aims to help 3rd through 5th grade girls develop healthy habits through non-competitive running and informative nutrition lessons. The main goal of Girls Have H.E.A.R.T. is to teach the importance of building a healthy lifestyle through fun and interactive activity and to enhance the self-esteem and self-worth of our participants.

Web Presence

https://www.jmu.edu/kinesiology/cppagw/heart.html

Involvement

Involves Faculty, Involves Students, Involves Participants External to JMU

Scope

JMU Campus Scope, Harrisonburg/Local/VA

Date

Spring 2022

Areas of Engagement

Community Engagement, Engaged Learning

Format

Community Service, Camp, Event