The New York Road Runners (NYRR) Youth and Community Serivces is a branch of New York Road Runners that promote children's fitness, character development and personal achievement by bringing free running programs to schools and community centers.

Sid Howard, an active member of Central Park Track Club, and winner of countless awards, has been running for more than three decades. He understands the challenges of keeping up with a regular fitness schedule. Here, he tells us how important it is to take good care of your general health when you exercise and how to get started running yourself.

Sid HowardSid Howard is an active member of Central Park Track Club.  He has traveled the world for running, from Jamaica to Canada, Mexico to Italy, and has visited five continents.  He turned 70 last February and works out regularly at the 168th Street Armory in Washington Heights.  Here Sid tells us why joining a running group will help you get started with this sport.

Sid Howard, a runner for more than 30 years, has received numerous awards and traveled around the world to race. Here, he talks about the different races he has been involved in over the years including his ideal place to run.

Sid Howard runningSid Howard, an active member of Central Park Track Club, talked with us about his commitment to personal health and running. Sid, who began running when he was 39 years old, has won dozens of national and international championships, and is a member of the Central Park Track Club Hall of Fame, and in 2024 was inducted to the National Masters Hall of Fame.