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Race Like a Minion and Get a 10% Discount on the Virtual Minions Run

1/22/2022

 
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My virtual @minions5krun in Myakka River State Park was so much fun! 🏃‍♀️😆

​Cooler temps, sunny skies and beautiful surroundings were the perfect combo for my virtual Minions Run!

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Keep reading for details on how to put together your own Minions Run in 5 easy steps.

​Plus, there's a discount code at the end of the post that saves you 10% off registration.

FYI: My finishers medal is on it's way to me. But, if you register now you'll receive your medal in the same package as your race swag.
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Running the trails in Myakka River State Park.

Disclaimer: I received a free Minions Run 5K race entry as a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro ambassador, and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews!

How to Race Like a Minion in 5 Easy Steps
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Step 1: Proper Gear

Every #MinionsRun participant gets a super soft short sleeve shirt, bib and limited-edition knit pom hat. Add your own pants, shoes and socks. 🥽 Goggles optional.  
My race gear for my Minions Run 5K. My medal is on it's way in the mail.
Race day gear for my Minions Run 5K. (All Photos Credit: ThisOldRunner)

Step 2: Plan Your Route

Run, walk, job or saunter any where and any time that works for you. I chose Myakka River State Park, but a treadmill or city street works, too.
Planning our 5K Minions Run route at Myakka River State Park
Birdwalk at Myakka River State Park facing Myakka Lake.
Oak and Palm canopy at Myakka River State Park.

Step 3: Fuel Your Run

Nutritious fuel is important for any workout. This is a Minion Run, go bananas! 🍌🍌🍌

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I suggest at least one banana in each hand.
Ready to fuel for my virtual race with bananas. Myakka Lake in background.

Step 4: Giggle, Giddy Up and Go!

Put on your hat, shirt and bib and have fun! It doesn't matter how far or fast you go, as long as you move. ​Full disclosure: it's almost impossible to wear a Minion pom hat without giggling!  

Step 5: Enjoy the Scenery

Peeking through the trees and palms in the middle of my Virtual Minions Run.
Don’t forget to soak in your surroundings while you run. We saw alligators, herons, ibis, osprey, dogs, people and more on our run in Myakka. 

Celebrate Your Finish Line!

Lucky for us, Myakka River State Park has a concession stand with cold beer and food. After exploring some of the park, we celebrated our finish line with a cold draft.
Myakka River State Park map and cold brews.
Myakka River Queen tour boat.
Heron wading in Mayakka River Lake.
Alligators sunning on the shore of Lake Myakka in Sarasota, FL
Upper Myakka Lake, Sarasota, FL
We kept our party going by taking a cruise on the Myakka River Queen. It was a beautiful tour of the Upper Myakka Lake on a gorgeous afternoon. Out on the water, we saw white pelicans, herons, osprey, roseate spoonbills, swallows, alligators and more.

​This may be one of my favorite virtual race places yet.

Grab the Discount for Your Own Minion Run

All you have to do to score a discount is use code: “MINIONSRUNBR” when you register at MinionsRun.com. That code saves you 10% on registration!

Register at MinionsRun.com 
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Hit the road, trail, treadmill, track or whatever works best for you. Complete your race when and where you want. You can run farther than a 5K if you like, it's your race. 

​When you're finished racing:
  • Log Your Results in EnMotive
  • Upload and Enhance Your Photos
  • Download Your Personalized Finisher’s Certificate
  • See How You Rank on the Leaderboard
  • Show Off Your Medal on Social Media
Register with "MinionsRunBR" to SAVE 10% on Your Race!
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