AORTA News: April 20th, 2026

2026 D1 Life 1M/5K Results and Videos!

5K Results: https://tinyurl.com/33bcm2n7

1-Mile Results: https://tinyurl.com/d7cz987x

Upcoming Local Race

May 16th: Race for a Summer of Second Chances 5K

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM (1-Mile), 8:30 AM (5K)
Fee: $30 (1-Mile), $35 (5K), $25 (Virtual 5K)
Where: Town Creek Park, Auburn, AL
Description: Lace up your sneakers and join us for a cause that's close to our hearts!  We are thrilled to announce our 3rd Annual Race for a Summer of Second Chances benefiting CARE Humane Society™️!  Whether you're up for the challenge of a 5k or prefer a leisurely walk/run one mile, there's something for everyone!

Race Volunteers Needed!
As a runner, we know your time is valuable. But if you have a couple hours to spare, we could use your help for one of the upcoming AORTA supported or directed races! Assisting at a local race is a fun and rewarding experience. You are surrounded by health conscious individuals that, like you, are motivated fitness enthusiasts and appreciate the effort of volunteers.

Weekly Whimsy

10 Reasons Runners Are Terrible Travel Partners
May 28, 2025, The Running Week

Think a vacation with a runner sounds relaxing? Think again. Here are 10 reasons why traveling with one will test your patience and still make you laugh. Picture this: you’ve planned the ultimate relaxing escape. Lazy mornings, rich meals, charming city strolls. But there’s just one tiny detail you forgot your travel buddy is a runner.Here’s why that changes everything.

1. They wake up before sunrise to go running
While most travelers savor the chance to sleep in, runners set alarms for 5:45 a.m. Why? To get in their miles before breakfast. You’ll hear the soft rustle of gear, the beep of a GPS watch, and the click of the door all before the sun’s even up. Forget lazy mornings. You're dating discipline in a hydration vest.

2. Every trip is secretly a race-cation
They say it’s a “holiday,” but really, you’re flying across the globe because there’s a local 10K or half marathon that weekend. Landmarks and culture Maybe later.First, it’s bib pickup, carb loading, and pre-race jitters. You’re on vacation. They’re in taper week.

3. Their Airbnb choices are all about running routes
You’re dreaming of a cozy balcony with a skyline view. They’re checking Strava Heatmaps to make sure there’s a flat, safe loop within warm-up distance. Bonus points if it’s near a track or a park with public toilets.Location, location… logistics.

4. They pack like an athlete, not a tourist
Think packing cubes, right? Not with runners. Their bag is filled with gels, shoes (plural), compression socks, a foam roller, resistance bands, and maybe a massage gun. You’re bringing sunscreen and sandals. They’ve packed for a triathlon, not Tuscany.

5. You can’t walk too much… because they ran too far
After their 30K long run, they’re toast. Your plan to explore the city on foot “Sorry, Garmin says I need 42 hours of recovery. ”They can run for hours. But stroll through a museum after? Absolutely not.

6. Their hunger has a strict schedule
Miss a meal window and it’s like flipping a switch.One minute they’re fine, the next they’re hangry and snapping at you over a misplaced protein bar. Snacks must be pre-planned, meals timed like clockwork. Your romantic dinner Delayed because “I just had a shake need to wait 90 minutes.”

7. They wear running clothes… everywhere
A true representation of a runner at dinner while traveling. Fancy dinner? Neon Hokas. Sightseeing in Paris? Last year’s race tee and a hydration belt. You packed outfits. They packed performance gear. And somehow think it’s appropriate 24/7.

8. They do weird stretches in public
Train station? Great time for hip openers. Airport gate? Ideal for some lunges. Cathedral steps? Why not a glute activation routine? To them, it’s mobility. To the rest of the world, it’s… concerning.

9. They’re terrified of unfamiliar food
Street tacos? Spicy curry? Forget it.They’re terrified of anything that could throw off their stomach before a run. “You go ahead,” they say, while eating white rice and boiled eggs in the Airbnb kitchen. Their gut is in race mode even when it’s not race week.

10. They still think it was the perfect trip
You missed three restaurants, skipped the museum, and were up at dawn every day. But they nailed every workout, uploaded every run to Strava, and hit their macros. “That was amazing,” they say.And the worst part? They mean it. And yes… somehow, you’ll go on another trip with them.

Because even if they derail your travel plans with long runs and protein rituals, they bring an energy and dedication that makes every adventure a little more unpredictable and oddly unforgettable!

Link to article: https://tinyurl.com/z9yvx8be

Quote of the Week

     Run with your heart;

     let your feet follow.

                                    Anonymous

Video of the Week

The 130th Boston Marathon brings the city to life (1:33)

** AORTA provides this informational video to its members as a courtesy and does not endorse any particular product, process, or service. 

Ongoing Events

RunGo For Turn-By-Turn Directions!
RunGo provides turn-by-turn navigation allowing you to just enjoy your runs without having to think about looking for street names and when you may have to turn next. Other great features include, audio cues with your running stats, split updates, the ability to share your runs via social media, and create new routes. Another great feature of the app is the ability to work offline. You can create and download your routes ahead of time, before your run so you don’t have to use data during your run.

Race Volunteers Needed!
As a runner, we know your time is valuable. But if you have a couple hours to spare, we could use your help for one of the upcoming AORTA supported or directed races! Assisting at a local race is a fun and rewarding experience. You are surrounded by health conscious individuals that, like you, are motivated fitness enthusiasts and appreciate the effort of volunteers.

Water Stop Volunteers Needed
Water stop signs and coolers are available at the following location: 1536 Professional Parkway, Auburn, AL. (Thank you Adahli Massey!). Coolers and signs can be picked up Monday-Thursday from 8AM-4PM and on Fridays from 8AM-12 noon. Items are in the room next to the back door. If you are unable to pick up supplies on these dates/times, e-mail clemster@aol.com to make alternative arrangements (we deliver!).

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