Trail Run

Exersize and running are relatively new ideas here in Morocco. Some Moroccans who live in the city would participate in running for health, as do those who play soccer, but to run just because doesn't make a ton of sense to the average Moroccan, especially "country" Moroccans. In an effort to change that and encourage exercise tourism, a running organization here in Morocco has been putting on races in the area over the past year. They range from 90km to 3km races depending on location and interest.

Many of the races have been a ways away, but this one started in Amizmiz, just 15 minutes from home. So we signed the boys up for a 10k and they had the opportunity to run through the hills behind our house with other foreigners and "city" Moroccans. They were joined by some good friends who encouraged them along the way. It ended up being a great day and all three boys did great.