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Open Physical Education

Framingham, MA – The Massachusetts State Police and the State Police Association of Massachusetts (“SPAM”) today jointly announced a new program aimed at increasing the physical activity of Massachusetts schoolchildren amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The program, “Workout With a Trooper” offers virtual, physical training to school-age children who are missing gym classes, organized sports and other athletic activities.

The workouts, which will be streamed on the Massachusetts State Police Facebook page, will range from 8-20 minutes. They will be designed for participation by children at all fitness levels.

“When the leadership of the Trooper’s union approached me with the concept of ‘Workout with a Trooper,’ I loved the idea and wholeheartedly supported it,” MSP Colonel Chris Mason said. “It provides yet another way for us to make a positive difference in the communities we serve. I urge parents and guardians to take a look at what we are offering and determine if this is a safe activity for their children. In these challenging times, I hope those who choose to participate enjoy the workouts as much as we do. Who knows, maybe they will even inspire a future Massachusetts State Trooper.”

Beginning Monday, April 13th, the video workouts will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting at 11:30 a.m. They will be posted on Facebook afterwards for those unable to make the scheduled workout time. Students can then click and work out at the time that is best for them.

“Kids are missing what is often the best time of the year for physical fitness and organized sports after a long winter,” said Corey Mackey, President of the State Police Association of Massachusetts. “Working with the Colonel, we came up with the idea of using the way many of our troopers stay in shape to help Massachusetts children and teens stay in good physical condition as well.”

The pilot program is scheduled to run through June 26, 2020 which was the last scheduled day of school for many municipalities in the state.