Children’s marathon draws a crowd for healthy living

AMMAN — The Children’s Porto Dead Sea Ultra Marathon concluded on Friday with the participation of a record number of children aged 6-14 years at the King Hussein Park.

The event witnessed healthy competition among the 1,500 young runners who enjoyed the marathon and a host of family activities.

This year’s event hosted more than 500 runners from Junior Runners Programme representing 20 schools from Amman, Madaba, Zarqa, Salt and Russeifa.

“We are really excited to see so many young runners participate in the marathon representing various schools from various governorates. Young participants also learned so much about leading a healthy life and how to include sports in their daily lives,” Lina Kurd, Run Jordan deputy general manager, told The Jordan Times.

“The Junior Runners Programme is helping many students embrace sports by providing motivation, tools and encouragement so they can share their experience with family and friends,” she added.

According to Kurd all preparations for the Ultra Marathon on April 3 are set and ready.

“We are expecting more than 6,000 runners from all over the world next week and we encourage families to seize the chance and be part of the marathon and enjoy the various events that will accompany
it,” she said.

“The Marathon Village will be open at the King Hussein Park until April 2
to receive late registrations, and for all participants to collect their bib numbers and the marathon bag and T-shirt,” she added.

Results:

6-8 years

9-11 years

12-14 years