Girls on the Run Fall 5K Held in Maryland

The Girls on the Run program successfully held 5K races in both Bethesda and Grand Prairie, celebrating the culmination of 10 weeks of training for young girls. Approximately 3,000 runners participated in the Bethesda event, which emphasized self-respect and healthy living, while hundreds of girls joined the Grand Prairie race, supported by family members and mentors. Race directors expressed pride in the visible joy and accomplishment of the participants at the finish line. Both events highlighted the importance of building confidence and life skills through running and encouraged community support through volunteerism and donations. The spring season for Girls on the Run is set to begin on February 10, with registration opening on December 1.