56% of girls are not active enough 
between the ages of five & twelve.

Why Run?
 Running... 
• more than physical education, it improves cognitive flexibility and creativity 
   in ages 8-12. 
• builds endurance, boosts attention span and sharpens concentration. 
• is the simplest, cheapest sport that anyone can do.
• isn't about competition, it's just you vs. you
• creates community – you can run with anyone, anywhere
• is an incredible source of self-fulfillment, it's a frustration destroyer, 
  and a positive energy releaser.

Physical Literacy? 
• fundamental movement and sports skills (running, jumping, throwing)
• building a foundation of functional movements that can be used in different sports 
• tools to be active for life!

Understanding how to move your body and be physically active is fundamental to a healthy future.

Why Should Girls Exercise?
• Girls who start exercising at a young age are likely to have well developed brains.
• It reduces the rates of teenage pregnancy, smoking, drop-outs and obesity.  
• It fosters skills valued by the labour market.  
• Increases the time spent in school
• Regular exercise improves the physiology necessary for learning. 
"I FEEL CONFIDENT THAT I 
CAN RUN A 5KM RUN!"
 Participant
"GIRLS ARE AMAZING AND HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE THE WORLD."
Ashley Wiles, Founder
"I'M THANKFUL FOR SOLE GIRLS AND HOW WE CAN COME TOGETHER AND CELEBRATE OURSELVES!"
Participant - 11 years old
"I'M THANKFUL I TOOK THE OPPORTUNITY TO VOLUNTEER 
WITH SOLE GIRLS AND MEET 
SOME AMAZING GIRLS."
Volunteer
"SINCE I STARTED SOLE GIRLS 
I WANT TO EXPRESS MYSELF!"
Participant, 10 years old