Fun Run Racing’s popular Thanksgiving morn “Turkey Trot” before the meal

It is time to strut your stuff-at least in terms of Thanksgiving holiday fun. Rob Dulin and Ian Connor of the Running Store in Gainesville are ready to bring on the holiday with their idea of fun known as a run.

Dulin eagerly explained, “Our upcoming race, the Prince William Turkey Trot and One-Mile Fun Run Walk is scheduled for 8:30 a.m., Nov. 27 at the Freedom and Aquatic Center in Manassas. Our main goal is to engage the community with celebratory races close to home. We believe that proximity offers a variety of benefits for runners. For one, it allows the whole family to take part in the event. Two, it provides ample parking. And last and most importantly, the runner does not have to wake up before sunrise to commute to D.C. or surrounding cities to enjoy a fun, competitive race.”

These energetic souls believe that the holiday is a perfect day for a 5K.

“Everyone goes into Thanksgiving dinner, ” Dulin noted, “expecting to overindulge on turkey, stuffing, gravy and pumpkin pie. But just think-before sitting down to the late afternoon feast the Turkey Trot offers residents the opportunity to burn off some calories while celebrating the American holiday in an active and festive way!”

Just to make the whole thing a bit more festive, Dulin and Connor want runners to feel free to wear their best Thanksgiving gear.

“We would be more than happy to see Pilgrims, a Pocahontas here and there, a pie, Native American costuming and whatever else strikes the turkey trotting runners fancy as they burn off some calories ahead of the big meal,” Dulin commented. 

“We also strongly encourage participants,to get to know your friends and neighbors along the way.”

Just to make things even more snazzy, Dulin said, “There will be music, best costume awards and our World Famous finish line envelopes featuring the random Golden Ticket Awards.”

He added, “Rumor has it that we will give away 100 pumpkin pie Duck Donuts!”

The Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center has opened its facility so particpants and spectators can stay warm both pre and post-race. A DJ will be playing music from 8:00-10:30.

There are serious awards in place as well which include the top five men and women receiving Running Store gift cards in amounts ranging from $25 to $100.

“All runners, Dulin said,” receive a FRR finish line envelope which features a mystery gift. Age group awards will go to the top three male and female runners in each age group from 10 and under up to 80+”

There is obviously something for everyone in this savory event. If that is not enough, all 5K participants receive an awesome long sleeve race tee and a custom commerative race bib. All 1 mile participants receive a cool short sleeve race tee and a custom commemorative race bib.”

Regular registration (Sept 16-Nov. 15) 5K-$35, 1 mile-$17.50.

Procrastinator registration(Nov. 16-Nov. 21) 5k-$40, 1 mile-$20.

Dulin and Colin wanted to note that they anticipate reaching race capacity quickly so they urge participants to register soon.

Race times: 8:30 a.m. Prince William Turkey Trot 5k
9:30 a.m. 1 Mile Run/Walk.

Location: Freedom Aquatic Fitness Center, 9100 Freedom Center Blvd. Manassas
Va. 20110.

Packets may be picked up on Tues. 11/24 & Wed. 11/25 at the Running Store from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. The store is located at 7343 Atlas Walk Way in Gainesville, Va.

FRR certifies the course through USA Track and Field (USATF) and insures the event through the Road Runners Club of America(RRCA).

Connor and Dulin are both award winning runners. Connor attended Ohio State University where he was a member of the Cross County, Indoor & Outdoor Track teams and earned All-American honors. He also qualified for the Olympic trials and had the honor of representing our country on several world teams.

Dulin is a native to Prince William County, having graduated from Potomac HS in 1986. He attended William & Mary College where he played varsity tennis. His love of running and fitness began at Brentsville HS where he coached a record setting 14 state championship cross country teams.

His passion for promoting health and fitness led him to opening The Running Store in 2007. Dulin currently teaches health & PE at Patriot HS.

Fun Run Racing has raised over $17,500 for local charities and non-profit organizations.

Information regarding race registration, a course map, parking facilities and frequently asked questions is available online at http://www.funracing.com/the-pw-5k-turkey-trot/.

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