Should I let my 10 year old start running with me?

[youthere]

I have a 10 year old, who is very active-loves fitness and sports- and has lately expressed an interest in joining me for my daily run. Is she too young? Can she be hurt? Any advice is appreciated.

[MissMillie]

1. absolutely

I don't think you're ever too young to get into a fitness routine. I think it's great.

You may need to let her decide how far you run for a while... but that's ok.

[MemphisTiger]

2. Running is okay, but serious weight training is a nono at that age

They can do bodyweight exercises (pushups, situp, pullups) and running. In fact, it's great for them.

[BamaGirl]

3. My 9yo runs with my husband

and they all walk with me. My kids are pretty active. They also do push-ups, sit-ups, etc with us lol! It's pretty funny watching a 4yo try to do push-ups lol.