The RRCA recommends the following websites, books, magazines, and articles for additional information and resources for your youth running program.

• Youth Running
  • Training Young Distance Runners – 3^rd Edition
  • Young Runners: The Complete Guide to Healthy Running for Kids From 5 to 18
  • Youth Runner Magazine
  • The Fun Integration Theory: Towards Sustaining Children and Adolescents Sport Participation – A study investigating the reasons youth participate in organized sports
• Nutrition and Hydration
  • Together Counts – Youth health and wellness resources for teachers and parents
    • 15 Simple Energy Balance Tips – Health and wellness tips from a pediatric dietitian
    • Are You Snack Smart? – Recommendations for choosing healthy snacks
  • ChooseMyPlate.gov – Guide to healthy eating for children and adults
    • Make Better Beverage Choices – 10 Tips to Get Started
• Coaching Education
  • Coaching for Youth Running – This RRCA Level II Coaching Certification online education module is offered free of charge to program leaders and other adults working with young runners. 
  • SafeSport – Free online training developed by the U.S. Olympic Committee for coaches and others in leadership positions working with young athletes to address abuse.
  • Positive Coaching Alliance – Resources for coaches and parents to provide young athletes with a positive sports experience
  • National Alliance for Youth Sports – Guidance for coaches, administrators, and parents involved in youth sports
  • The Aspen Institute Project Play – An initiative seeking to reimagine youth sports in the U.S.
    • Physical Literacy in the United States
    • Sport for All Play for Life: A Playbook to Get Every Kid in the Game

Do you turn to other trusted sources for information on youth running? If so, share them with us at youthprograms@rrca.org.