Burn Off That Stuffing! America's Best Thanksgiving Day Runs
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Food for thought: The average Thanksgiving dinner contains 3,000 calories. Work up an appetite and start a healthy new holiday tradition this year with one of the many Turkey Trots happening all over the country. Find one near you here!
Dana Point Turkey Trot: Dana Point, California
Last year, 10,623 runners did this scenic coastal run.
Sacramento Food Bank Run to Feed the Hungry: Sacramento, California
It's the largest Thanksgiving Day race in the nation; last year, there were 20,775 participants.
Turkey Trot: 6 Tunnels to Hoover Dam: Boulder City, Nevada
This course, about 20 miles from Las Vegas, runs through several tunnels in each direction.
Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot: Springfield, Missouri
Bring canned food -- last year, runners donated 5,475 pounds of food.
Oklahoma City Turkey Trot: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Fuel up after the 5K at "Breakfast at the Trot."
Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot: Dallas, Texas
When you register, you get a free 25-visit membership to the YMCA.
Fifth Third Turkey Trot: Detroit, Michigan
Win a prize for the best costume!
Manchester Road Race: Manchester, Connecticut
This race has been a town staple since 1927.
YMCA Turkey Trot: Buffalo, New York
The oldest race in the country is in its 114th year.
Feaster Five: Andover, Massachusetts
Get apple pie at the finish line of this 5K.
Originally published in FITNESS magazine, November/December 2009.
