Save the Date!
Flying Pig Weekend on May 3-5, 2019
 
Flying Pig Marathon Weekend has events for all ages and abilities. Get your herd of pigs flying by registering for one of our youth events including the First Watch Piglet Fun Run, Cincinnati Children's 26th Mile (1 mile event), or the Fly Up to 5K, presented by EY. Participants will receive a shirt, medal, and finisher's treats! Register Here

Our youth events are perfect for a family fitness project or a wellness club at your school! For more information on our youth program initiatives, click  here .


Countdown to a Healthy Lifestyle! From Cincinnati Children's


You can achieve a healthy lifestyle by following these goals. They're easy to remember, just think 5-2-1-0! It's a countdown to success.
 
5 - Eat at least FIVE fruits or vegetable servings every day
2 - Limit your screen time (TV, video games, computer) to TWO hours or less per day. 
1 - Get at least ONE hour of activity every day - walk, play outside, dance - or run to prepare for the marathon!
0 - Get ZERO calories from drinks, except for skim or 1% milk.

Exercise Your Brain

Not only is it important to get moving, but it is just as essential to exercise your brain too! Find additional challenges in our Hog Logs including additional reading minutes, nutrition & more! Check out the  Youth Program  page on our website, where you will find fun and engaging puzzles  and  coloring pages  that will help keep your brain healthy too!


Nutrition Tips

With the cool temperatures still lingering, you may not feel thirsty. However, maintaining hydration is still incredibly important! Check out these winter hydration facts:
  • Your body uses water to maintain its temperature. Staying hydrated can actually help keep you warm.
  • Winter air is very dry. Breathing cold and dry air causes an increase in the fluid you lose with every breath.
  • Extra clothing can cause you to sweat more than normal. In the cold weather, sweat turns into vapor and doesn't stay directly on your skin. You won't realize the increase in sweat and therefore can't use it as a cue to increase fluid.
Encourage youth to keep a water bottle with them throughout the day and to continue to drink fluids consistently! Visit our nutrition page for more tips from Ashley Meuser, RDN, the official dietitian of the Flying Pig Marathon! 

High School Scholarship Program                Skyline Chili

Know any area high school students that participate in Track or Cross Country? Encourage them to apply for the Flying Pig High School Scholarship, presented by Skyline Chili, for a chance to be awarded $2,500! Applicants must be juniors or seniors in High School and pursuing higher education among other requirements. For additional information including requirements and the application link, please visit our High School Scholarship page for more details.

Fly Up to 5K, presented by EY

Did your child complete the Cincinnati Children's 26th Mile last year and is looking for a new challenge? Do they love running and walking and want to work up to a 5K distance? The Fly Up to 5K program focuses on getting youth participants ready for the Tri-State Running Company 5K during Flying Pig Weekend. Visit our Fly Up to 5K page on the website for more details including our youth training plans and additional resources. 
Youth Program Sponsor
Home of the Flying Pig Marathon 
644 Linn St, Ste 626, Cincinnati, OH 45203




info@flyingpigmarathon.com 
513.721.7447