By Casey Jeanite
Staff Intern
Start planning your Halloween costumes now. The second annual FRANkenstein 5K and WOD-O-Ween will be Saturday, Oct. 29. The event, hosted by CrossFit Plant City, will be at Alderman Ford Park, and dressing up is encouraged.
Last year’s FRANkenstein 5K and WOD-O-Ween was special for Lauren Bearden, part owner of CrossFit Plant City. It was the first event CrossFit Plant City hosted, and she said she is beyond excited to host another event that showcases fitness to the community.
This year's event dashes further and faster into the spirit of Halloween.
“We’re even going to be using pumpkins as weights,” Bearden said about a CrossFit workout offered during the event.
The run is for fitness freaks and those who are not so active, as there’s more than just the run. There will be vendors, a WOD-O–Ween CrossFit workout, games, pumpkin carving, a costume contest for people and pets and more.
“Last year we had about 150 people come out,” Bearden said. “Not all of them ran. Some just came and looked around. This year I’m hoping it will be bigger.”
The FRANkenstein 5K and WOD-O-Ween has more benefits for trick-or-treaters than burning calories. Attendees at this year’s event will be aiding in the frightful fight against hunger.
The proceeds from the event will go to United Food Bank of Plant City.
“It’s a great time, late October and the holidays are coming up too,” Bearden said. “So we’ll hopefully be able to make a pretty good size donation to them, and we’re suggesting that participants bring a canned food donation.”
For those planning on participating in the 5K or the 1-mile dash, online registration is required, however, anyone can attend the WOD-O-Ween CrossFit workout.
The 5K Fun Run will trail through Alderman Ford Park with a choice of on- and off-road paths.
For anyone who wants to donate food to the United Food Bank of Plant City, they can do so at CrossFit Plant City, 1402 Mercantile Court, Suite B.
Get a Workout
After the run, try your hand at a CrossFit workout. WOD-O-Ween is open to anyone 12 and up. It’s free, although donations are accepted. Donations will benefit the United Food Bank of Plant City.
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