When we opened in 2013 we wanted to do something fun and different than just a workout for the Thanksgiving holiday. We like to be active and healthy, get our community together, and enjoy the holidays with our loved ones. We also wanted to utilize some of the beautiful areas of our local surroundings.
Since we knew many people that like to do a “Turkey Trot” 5k on Thanksgiving morning, we thought why not make one for our community, and add a little more fun to it. Every year since we have hosted our Reform Turkey Trot, and it’s an event people always look forward to.
What is it?
The Reform Turkey Trot is a free 5k around Mission Viejo Lake with stations across the course to perform bodyweight movements as an individual or in a team. People run it, walk it, ride bikes, or even just get out to socialize and take their dog for a great walk.
All the movements are voluntary and no one is forced to participate, although they are fun and add a good dimension to the 5k.
Who is it for?
The Reform Turkey Trot is for everyone and the more the merrier. All friends, family, and fur babies are welcome and encouraged to attend with you. We often have around 100 people who gather to pre-burn their holiday calories together.
When is it?
It is Thanksgiving morning at 8am at Florence Joyner Park in Mission Viejo. We bring everyone together, give a briefing on the course and the fun to be had, take a group picture, then send everyone on their way. Everyone finishes at different times, with most finished between 9-9:30am. You can stay around to hang or cheer others on, or you can leave when you finish/wish.
Tips for the event:
- Bring a jacket/hoody you can shed – It’s usually cool when arriving but you can warm up quickly once you start
- Bring your own water.
- Try to arrive a little before 8am – There is lots of parking at FloJo Park but it’s always easier if you arrive a little earlier
- Perform any stretches/warm-up you may need – It’s always good to do dynamic stretches or other warm-up routines before starting if you can. We do not have time to do this as a group.
The Reform Turkey Trot is more than just a 5k – it’s a relaxed, fun, and healthy way to start your holiday on the right foot before enjoying the rest of the day with your loved ones.
Plan to come and invite your friends and family to join in on the fun, you will be happy you did!