All People. All Paces. Always.
In partnership with Onslow Community Outreach Turkey Trot, we are proud to present the 2025 Turkey Trot 5k Training Program. Whether you are just starting your fitness journey, or looking for a new PR, we have designed training plans to help you meet your goals. Each workout is designed with a very specific goal to keep all participants advancing and gaining fitness at a safe and proven cadence.
Location. Days. Times
Our 5K program runs from October 7th - November 27th with in-person practices on Tuesday evenings at 6:15pm and Saturday mornings at 7:00am.
Participant Support & Benefits
- 2 fully-supported weekly group workouts complete with group specific workouts, turn-by-turn routes and support from your Mentors and Head Coach
- Comprehensive weekly newsletter to keep up with the weekly training details and logistics
- Educational clinics and product demos
- Direct access to Fleet Feet Mentors, Head Coach, Fleet Feet Owner and Team
- Fleet Feet short sleeve technical training tee
- Pair of OS1st running socks
Pre-Training Info Sessions
Interested in training with us but have questions? Join us at our Pre-Training Info Session Open House on Thursday, September 25th at 6:45pm at the store to meet the Head Coach, some of your Mentors and Fleet Feet Team. Get your questions answered and gain a full understanding of the program before signing up.
Kick Off Workouts
- Tuesday, October 7th at 6:15pm - Mile Workout
What to Expect at the Mile Workout?
Our program is designed for various levels of ability so we use this first workout to help us put participants into groups based on their base and fitness level. We realize that every participant is going to come to us with a different speed and level of fitness. This is why we do the Mile on day one. During this 1-mile workout, we ask that every participant gives their best effort to finish the mile. This could involve running, walking or even some rest breaks if necessary.
Based on your pace, we will set you up with a Mentor who will meet you at your fitness level and make sure you are challenged, but not discouraged. This Mentor-led group is going to be your support system who gets you to the finish line 8 weeks later!
Weekly Workouts
- Tuesdays, 6:15PM at various locations around town depending on the workout needs
- Saturdays, 7:00AM at Fleet Feet Jacksonville
Workouts will begin with a dynamic warm-up and, followed by our run, and ending with a cooldown.
Mentors
If you have completed multiple races in your running career, you could be a great Mentor! Want to learn more about becoming a Mentor? Email Kira Hoeniges at kira.hoeniges@fleetfeetwilmington.com to learn more.
Fall 5K Training Program
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