What is a kids marathon? We complete 25 miles before race day and log it on a log sheet. On race day kids line up and run 1.2 miles around Cool Ray fields.
Who can participate? Any kid Kindergarden through 8th grade can participate.
REGISTRATION
Registration is free. All participates will receive a race packet, bib, t-shirt, and a medal. My mom registered me athttp://www.fivepointsoflife.com/kids-marathons-2/kids-marathon-atlanta/ . They also have other events.
My brother and his friend also came along and did it with me. We are getting our bibs.
There were lots of sponsor tables. One of them were the Atlanta hawks table where I got a free jersey.
Here's the starting line where I ran my last 1.2 miles of a marathon.
I actually got to run on the field where the Gwinnet Braves play there games!!!!!!!!!
After 26.2 long miles ;) we are awarded our marathon medals.
After the race we went to Bojangles to refuel.
Inside our packet we got two free Gwinnet Braves tickets.
I think this was a very nice run and I would encourage kids to do this next year. They never disappoint.
Mom Note:
10kkidrunner is right this is an awesome event for kids. It's a great way to get your kids moving and staying active. I don't know about you parents but our family struggles finding the right balance between screen time and active time. This event helps find that balance. 10kkidrunner and his brother had to run their mile before devices could be turned on. Once outside they found that they enjoyed the fresh air and a lot of the time the outside activity time became more fun than their screen time.
This 5Points of Life event is one of many. Please check their website for more info and to see if there is an event near you.
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Thanks for your comments. My mom will look over and post later. Thanks and keep running!!