YOUR CHILD'S FIRST FUN RUN

You know that it's not important to "win" in the traditional sense and that all that matters is a "finish" in a fun run. So why are you fretting and sweating on a cool day? Here are a few tips to help you relax during your child's first fun run.


Eat an early breakfast to make sure that food is digested before the fun run.

Get to the fun run early. Most events are by the clock. If the event says 9:00 a.m., that means the kids will run at 9 sharp.

When you arrive, look for your age group and find out where to gather.


Get ready. Make sure you have your t-shirt on.

If you didn't bring water, find some. Have your child sip a bit.


Make an after-event meeting plan. Some events have specific parent pick-up areas. Make sure that everyone knows the plan.

Time to line up. Keep your child in view. Smile. Wave. Then step back.

Blow bubbles!

Every now and then a little one may get the jitters at the start. If your very young one starts to cry, scoot into the crowd and give a little TLC. If the event starts and the crying continues, accompany your child.


When the starting gun goes off, yell, scream, cheer, and jump up and down. Keep your camera flashing.

Enjoy the finish with more photos and positive accolades.