Running is one least expensive sports to get into. Specialized equipment needed? A well fitting pair of running shoes. Moderate expense.
What else? A sense of adventure. For this, no cost at all.
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 Cost of Training by Coach Ed Poirier
Dear Ed,
I'm working on a fourth-grade project about what it would take to become an Olympic athlete in running.
I need to find how much it costs to start training. I know you need running clothes and shoes. Are there any other expenses I need to save up for?
Thank you very much,
Megan
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Hi Megan,
My favorite letter all year!
One of the big benefits of running is all you need is a shirt, a pair of summer shorts or winter running pants, and a well-fitting pair of running shoes. Shirts, shorts, and pants you already have, so the only expense is for the running shoes.
For a fourth-grade student shoes will cost about $25 to $50 and will last until you grow out of them so maybe 2 pair a year. That's it.
Get those shoes and start training. I'll look for you in the 2020 or 2024 Olympics!
Go play,
Coach Ed
Coach Ed is a Youth Fitness Specialist with the Attleboro YMCA. The Attleboro (Massachusetts) YMCA is the first YMCA in the nation to embark on a healthy youth initiative.
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