Our Mission
We are a nonprofit based in New Jersey, created by high school students with a shared passion for fitness and community. Our goal is to provide support to families in low-income communities and give them the tools to practice a healthy lifestyle. We believe that health should never be a privilege. It is a foundation for growth, confidence, and opportunity. Through free fitness programs, group running sessions, and educational workshops, we aim to break down barriers and empower families to lead healthier, more active lives.
What makes our organization unique is the passion behind it. Every member of our board has a background in track and field, and each of us has been deeply impacted by the discipline, resilience, and community that fitness brings. We know firsthand how movement can change lives, and we are committed to creating the same opportunities for others. By combining our shared experiences with a desire to give back, we are building a space where families can discover the joy of fitness, strengthen their health, and run toward brighter futures together.
Get to Know Our Board
Emma Thomas
Community Outreach Coordinator
Emma Thomas is a Senior at Bergen Tech – Teterboro. After three years of track, and prior experience in sports, she has developed a passion for sports and fitness. She has seen how fitness can both negatively and positively impact your mind and body. Emma hopes to spread awareness on the effects of fitness and working out, and how you can take your fitness journey farther. In her free time, Emma enjoys music, baking, and hanging out with friends.
Mia Flores
Founder
Mia Flores, a senior at Applied Technology High School, is studying mechatronics. She has been a dedicated track athlete for four consecutive years and has developed a strong passion for fitness and perseverance through the sport. Through her experiences, Mia has seen firsthand how important it is to take care of both your physical and mental health and hopes to make a difference in that area. She believes that people in low-income communities deserve more access to health and fitness education without having to pay for it and wants to help make that change. She hopes to inspire others to stay active and discover the positive impact that movement can have on both physical and mental well-being. During her free time, Mia enjoys listening to music, watching movies, and following Formula 1 racing!
Kira Bariso
Director of Operations
Kira Bariso is a senior at Watchung Hills Regional High School in New Jersey. Through running three seasons in Cross Country and Track for four years, Kira has witnessed firsthand the positive impact of fitness and staying healthy as it improves your physical as well as your mental state. Kira hopes to spread this positivity to people that may not have the opportunity or do not know where to start on their fitness journey. She is eager to spread her passion for running and staying healthy to people around the world. Outside of school Kira, enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and dog. She enjoys arts and crafts.
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