If you're a sporty parent, then school sports days naturally present the perfect opportunity to show off your speed, agility, and hand-eye coordination.
However, for those of us who once dreaded Monday morning PE lessons, it's really more about just taking part for the kids and trying not to end up with too many bruises.
Despite not being particularly sporty herself, mum Katie Hannaford - who describes herself as "so clumsy" - was determined to take part in her daughter's school sports day parents' race last year.
