Thanksgiving morning is calling! Before the turkey hits the oven, the family gathers around the table, and the holiday festivities take over, how about making time for a little movement, friendly competition, and community?
At Four Lakes Athletic Club in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, Thanksgiving morning offers two great ways to get your day started: dash through the holiday at the 2026 FLAC Turkey Trot or rally on the court in Cardio Tennis with Brian! Whether you prefer pounding the pavement or chasing down tennis balls, you can make movement part of your Thanksgiving tradition.
Dash Into Thanksgiving: The FLAC Turkey Trot Starts at 8 AM!
Ready to earn that second helping of Thanksgiving dinner? Lace up your running shoes and join us at Four Lakes Athletic Club for our annual 2026 FLAC Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26!
The Turkey Trot is a fantastic way to get active, connect with the Elkhorn community, and start the holiday with energy and purpose. Bring your family, invite your friends, and make some Thanksgiving memories before the festivities begin.
Choose your holiday adventure:
5K Turkey Trot: Challenge yourself with a festive 5K run or walk.
1-Mile Drumstick Dash: A shorter, family-friendly option to get everyone moving.
Race morning details:
Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026
Location: Four Lakes Athletic Club, 351 East Morrissey Drive, Elkhorn, WI
Race start: 8 AM
Check-in and race-day registration: 7–7:45 AM
5K Turkey Trot: $30
1-Mile Drumstick Dash: $30
Youth ages 5–15: $20
Children ages 4 and under: Free
Don't wait until Thanksgiving morning to make your plans! Register by November 12 at 11:59 PM to save $5 on standard race entry pricing. Get your spot secured, rally your crew, and make the FLAC Turkey Trot part of your Thanksgiving tradition.
Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Elkhorn/FourLakesAthleticClubTurkeyTrot
And while you're preparing for the big day, consider bringing non-perishable food items for our Fill The Table food pantry drive. Let's help make the holiday brighter for our neighbors, too!
Rally Before the Feast: Thanksgiving Cardio Tennis at 8:30 AM!
Not feeling the race-day rush? Grab your racquet instead!
Join Brian for Cardio Tennis at FLAC at 8:30 AM on Thanksgiving morning and get your heart pumping before the holiday festivities begin. This high-energy tennis workout combines movement, racquet skills, and cardiovascular exercise in an engaging environment that welcomes players who want to get moving and enjoy time on court.
Cardio Tennis is a great opportunity to work up a sweat, sharpen your footwork, and connect with your tennis community before the day's celebrations begin. Whether you're looking to keep your fitness routine consistent through the holidays or simply want to enjoy a fun, active morning with your tennis family, this is a great way to start Thanksgiving.
So, grab your racquet, bring your energy, and join Brian on court at 8:30 AM!
Keep the Cardio Tennis Momentum Going!
The Thanksgiving morning class isn't the end of the story. Our Friday Cardio Tennis class will continue through the remainder of the current session and stay on the same day and time for Session 2.
That means you can keep building consistency, improving your fitness, and enjoying your time on court without missing a beat.
Want to join the next session? Register before the early-bird deadline to take advantage of the savings! Contact the FLAC tennis team for registration details and get ready to keep your momentum going into winter.
Why Move Before Thanksgiving Festivities?
The holidays can be busy. Between cooking, traveling, family gatherings, and to-do lists, your usual workout routine can quickly slip down the priority list. Making time for movement before the celebrations begin is one way to stay connected to your goals while still enjoying everything the season has to offer.
Starting Thanksgiving with exercise can help you:
Maintain your routine: Keep your fitness habits consistent, even during a busy holiday week.
Boost your energy: Get moving and start the day feeling accomplished.
Connect with your community: Spend time with fellow runners, members, friends, and tennis players.
Make memories: Turn an ordinary holiday morning into a tradition everyone looks forward to.
Balance celebration with wellness: Enjoy the holiday without feeling like your fitness goals have to take a back seat.
You don't need an all-day workout to make movement count. Whether you complete a 5K, enjoy a one-mile dash, or rally through Cardio Tennis, the important thing is showing up and making time for yourself.
Your Thanksgiving Morning. Your Move.
At Four Lakes Athletic Club, we believe fitness is about more than workouts. It's about building healthy habits, finding your community, and making movement a part of your lifestyle.
This Thanksgiving, you have options. Get swept up in the holiday chaos, dash through the Turkey Trot starting at 8 AM, or move swiftly across the court with Brian at Cardio Tennis at 8:30 AM. However you choose to spend your morning, start with a little movement and a lot of community spirit.
Make FLAC part of your Thanksgiving tradition!
Register for the Turkey Trot before the November 12 early-bird deadline, sign up for the next Cardio Tennis session, and get ready to move before the holiday festivities begin!
