How Do You Run The McDonald's Kids MaraFun?
It’s easy. You begin by running six weeks prior to race day, starting on Monday, March 23, 2009. Under the guidance of an adult, either a teacher, coach, parent, or guardian, you can begin to run your marathon!
Training Schedule
Keep track of your progress towards your goal. Colour in or mark off each km on the road below. McDonald's Kids MaraFun training is done through the honour system under the guidance of a parent, teacher, or coach.
| Week | Monday | Wednesday | Friday | Saturday | Km/Miles |
| 1 | RUN 0.3 km (.2 mi) | RUN 0.8 km (.5 mi) | RUN 0.8 km (.5 mi) | RUN 1.6 km (1 mi) | 3.5 km (2.2 mi) |
| 2 | RUN 1.6 km (1 mi) | RUN 1.6 km (1 mi) | RUN 1.6 km (1 mi) | RUN 2.4 km (1.5 mi) | 7.2 km (4.5 mi) |
| 3 | RUN 1.6 km (1 mi) | RUN 1.6 km (1 mi) | RUN 2.4 km (1.5 mi) | RUN .6 km (1 mi) | 7.2 km (4.5 mi) |
| 4 | RUN 2.4 km (1.5 mi) | RUN 1.6 km (1 mi) | RUN 1.6 km (1 mi) | RUN 3.2 km (2 mi) | 8.8 km (5.5 mi) |
| 5 | RUN 1.6 k (1 mi) | RUN 2.4 km (1.5 mi) | RUN 1.6 km (1 mi) | RUN 2.4 km (1.5 mi) | 8.0 km (5.0 mi) |
| 6 | RUN 2.4 km (1.5 mi) | RUN 2.4 km (1.5 mi) | RUN 0.6 km (.5 mi) | 5.6 km (3.5 mi) |
NOTE: The provided Training Schedule is a suggested guideline. Do what you are comfortable in completing. Pace your running so that you are ready and able to run the final 1.6 km on McDonald’s Kids MaraFun Sunday! We do not recommend that you complete this program early. The schedule leaves three days available for make up days or to give you a rest during the week. Have fun!
