An amazing Thanksgiving tradition will sweep across the country in late November: the Turkey Trot. No, it doesn't involve an escape attempt from the holiday table from our feathered friends. It's a fun 5k race Thanksgiving style that thousands participate in annually. The first one was held all the way back in 1896 in Buffalo, NY. If you'd like to get involved for the first time, or want to elevate your experience from past years, read on.
Many Turkey Trots include food drives and charity donation elements, too. Bring along some non-perishable groceries to make someone else's holiday season a bit brighter. If the event near you focuses more on running than it does on community, consider getting together with the organizers beforehand and making suggestions. Symbolically, Thanksgiving was a time of sharing bounty and expressing gratitude, after all.
Where is a Turkey Trot near me?
Before you ruffle up your tail feathers or pull on your running shoes (or strap on a pair of Nattork roller skates), you need to find where this traditional event takes place in your area. Most large cities hold them, but you can undoubtedly find a holiday run in smaller towns, too. If not, consider starting a new tradition this year with your community.
Dress Up for Fun: Running in a Thanksgiving Costume
Whether your local event holds a costume contest, or you just want to look your holiday best, consider adding some finery to the day. Think Turkey Day fun instead of questionable historical options. Pin on some colorful fabric tail feathers to the back of your sweatshirt or on top of your orange beanie. Pop the kids into drumstick, sweet potato, or apple pie costumes. At the very least, reach for brown, orange, red, and gold: the iconic colors of autumn.
Upgrade the 5k Race Thanksgiving Style
While the Turkey Trot is traditionally a foot race for runners and walkers, consider spicing things up a bit with other options. Make sure the organizers approve alternative modes of transport first, and always keep safety in mind for slower participants. These days, some trots also allow folks to ride bikes or scooters, especially those with children along for the fun. Expect to see a lot of babies bundled up in strollers, too.
Add a pair of Nattork adult's skates to your Thanksgiving costume. They can either help you get done on a chilly day in record time, or you can use your extra mobility to rush hot cocoa and water bottles to other trotters. It's a fun way to get involved and start a new trend for future holiday events. Also, roller skating is an amazing fitness activity, which is one of the main focuses of a Turkey Trot. Instead of falling into a turkey coma after a huge meal, people love to get out and get active.
This year, get involved in an old tradition that focuses on all the good parts of community and coming together in thanks: the Turkey Trot. Even if you can't wear your favorite roller skates on that day, it will still be tons of fun and an opportunity to get active, come together, and give back.
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