The second UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS Las Vegas Fun Run raced around
Henderson Pavilion today. UnitedHealthcare mascot Dr. Health E. Hound
kicked-off the one-mile race, joined by UnitedHealthcare of Nevada’s
chief medical officer, Dr. Laurine Tibaldi, leading warm-up exercises
and cheering on the runners as they crossed the finish line.
More than 200 youth and UnitedHealthcare's Dr. Health E. Hound take off for the finish line at this morning's UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS Las Vegas Fun Run at Henderson Pavilion. (Photo credit: Bryan Steffy)
The kids, ages 3-15 had the opportunity to run on the same course as the
2014 IRONMAN® 70.3® Silverman, which
takes place tomorrow. The one-mile fun run is for “triathletes to be”
and aims to help stem the rising tide of childhood obesity through
exercise and healthy lifestyles.
Before the fun run, UnitedHealthcare presented a $3,000 cheque to Brian
Knudson, president, Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, to support
its healthy living programs. The company also provided 150 free
admissions to Club members, enabling youth who may face cost barriers to
participate in the running event. This is the third year
UnitedHealthcare is supporting IRONKIDS as part of the company’s
commitment to help stem the rising tide of childhood obesity through
healthy lifestyles.
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