With Thanksgiving coming up on Thursday, you are probably looking for a way to burn off some extra calories after your turkey feast. This weekend, instead of your usual workout at the gym, take part in one of these Thanksgiving-themed workouts for a festive training session.
1st Annual Thanksgiving Flag Football
Thursday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Grab the pigskin and start off your turkey day celebration with a game of flag football. Line up at wide receiver or running back as the country club’s personal trainer, Kekee, will be the quarterback for both teams. // Belmont Country Club and Golf Course: 19661 Belmont Manor Lane, Ashburn; free
The Day after the Turkey Torcher Fusion
Friday, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Work off that turkey with a morning full of dance. This virtual class features a high-intensity cardio workout with strength training throughout for a true sweat. Participants will need a set of hand weights. // free
FREE Burn the Bird Bootcamp
Friday, noon-12:30 p.m.
Get in a bootcamp workout before some afternoon shopping. This 30-minute class will take place on Facebook Live and is free to join. // free
Virtual Only – 2020 Vienna 5k, 10k, & 1M
Saturday, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Pack on the layers and grab your running shoes for a virtual run. Choose your distance and location and just start running. This race is in partnership with Operation Turbo. // $12
2020 Wobble After Gobble 5k & 10k
Saturday, 4-7 p.m.
Wobble along Lake Accotink for a run after your turkey day feast. Enjoy a beautiful view of the lake as the sun starts to set behind the trees. This race will start in waves of 25 runners or less to ensure social distancing. // Lake Accotink: 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield; $12-45
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