| GOTR programs are led by certified
GOTR coaches. Up to 20 participants meet
twice weekly at large fields or tracks for 1- hour sessions to
prepare for a 1 or 3.1 mile running event.
The program includes 24 lessons that are designed
exclusively for pre-teen girls. The lessons address
specific life skills through the use of games, warm-ups, and workouts.
Topics covered during the program are based on
the work of psychologists Mario Fantini
and Gerald Weinstein. The topics focus on personal identity and
connections with others, as well as feelings of
powerlessness within oneself and the
community.
Program participants explore the importance of
being physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy. They examine their
own core values and uniqueness. They also examine body image issues,
stereotyping, discriminatory behaviors, and the importance of
maintaining a realistic and healthy view of themselves.
Girls take from the program a better
understanding of how to process the cultural and social
messages they receive through media and other institutions. They also see stronger
place for themselves within their community.
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