Playing soccer and softball is especially fun for her because she plays with her best friend, Blanca. Fiona also goes running with her friend Eliot around the pond near her mom's house. At the beginning of the book, she's not in such great shape, but by the end, she's proud that she can run four miles. Fiona's involvement in sports has many benefits. Not only does she strengthen her bones and muscles, but she also learns how to be part of a team.
Exercise has many rewards.
It increases your overall feeling of well-being, giving you more energy while increasing your stamina. Studies also show that regular exercise can reduce your risk for some diseases. According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control, about half of U.S. adolescents don't get vigorous exercise on a regular basis. Twice as many girls are inactive as boys. It is important for adolescent girls to participate in some kind of exercise routine.