For children's mental health, nature can foster emotional balance and mental well-being in ways research continues to affirm.

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TUCSON, Arizona — Twice a week, the Esperero Canyon Middle School running club takes off on the sidewalk pavement outside the school. It's a way to fill the void between the track and cross country ...

For the races, the ages ranged from 2 to 10 years old, with children participating in the 30-yard dash to running a mile. Each child that ran took off towards the start line of a healthier lifestyle.

"I just like to run," said 10-year-old Levi Bell. Bell runs for fun, for exercise and for good health. He's one of the hundreds of kids learning about the importance of starting healthy habits early.