The Runner2Runner Family 5K Guide is a simple, practical, and inspiring resource designed to help families make movement fun, meaningful, and achievable, together.

This guide walks your family step-by-step through what it really means to train for a 5K as a team. You’ll find easy-to-follow tips on getting started, warming up, cooling down, making running feel like play, building strength, fostering a growth mindset, fueling your bodies, and navigating race day with confidence and joy.

More than a how-to manual, this guide helps families shift the focus from speed and performance to connection, encouragement, and shared experiences. It’s perfect for families who are new to running, mixed-ability families, or anyone who wants to create positive, active traditions together.

What you’ll get in the Family 5K Guide:

• How to choose a family-friendly race and set meaningful goals
• Simple, kid-friendly warm-up and cool-down routines
• 10+ creative family running games to keep kids engaged
• Family strength and movement ideas
• Growth mindset and teamwork tips for parents and kids
• Easy fuel, recovery, and sleep guidelines
• A family-centered race day guide

Whether you’re preparing for your first 5K or just looking for ways to move more as a family, this guide helps you build healthy habits, confidence, and connection, one step at a time.

Run for Fun. Run for Life. Run Together.