Get turkey-trot ready!
As Thanksgiving approaches, your town or a local organization may be getting ready to host a Turkey Trot.These eventsaretypically held on Thanksgiving morning, or in the week leading up to Turkey Day. Distance-wise, they’re usually a challenging-but-attainable 5K, which is just over 3 miles long. And most importantly, they tend to befamily-oriented“fun runs.” This means they’re not competitive, and you can take as long as you want to finish.
As Thanksgiving approaches, your town or a local organization may be getting ready to host a Turkey Trot.These eventsaretypically held on Thanksgiving morning, or in the week leading up to Turkey Day. Distance-wise, they’re usually a challenging-but-attainable 5K, which is just over 3 miles long. And most importantly, they tend to befamily-oriented“fun runs.” This means they’re not competitive, and you can take as long as you want to finish.
There are lots of great reasons to sign up for a Turkey Trot.Having a goal can be great motivationto stay active in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving. It can also help you keep healthy livingtop of mind as youget your holidayseasonstarted on the (pun intended) right foot.
Here are 5 ways to make sure you’reTurkey Trot-ready:
Check your shoes: Do your sneakers fit? Do they support your feet? If you need new shoes, make sure to break them in over the weeks leading up to the racerather than the day of the race itself.
Enlist somepals: A Turkey Trot is meant to be a fun event. Ifyou’respending the holiday with family, find a relative who can join you.Or,ask a friendwho’sstaying close to home. Either way, make it a social part of your day.
Dress in layers: Depending on where you live, Turkey Trot weather could bepretty chilly.You’llwarm up as soon as you start moving, though. Wear breathable layers; you can always adjust your gear as you go.
Eat first: Fuel up with a light breakfast, like fruit and yogurt, a couple of hours before the event. Make sure you give yourself time to digest before you start.
Stay on your level:Maybe you’vebeen training for a 5K andy ou’re ready to race. If you’ve been more casual about preparing, a 5K may be a lot for you. Wherever you are, it’sokay totake it slow andstay within your own personal limits.
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