Austin Runners Club

Perks for the Pack 🐺

If you love learning about the science behind endurance performance, recovery, and smarter training, this one’s for you.

ARC Members receive:
🎤 $50 off registration for the Endurance Performance Summit.

The summit brings together coaches, performance experts, and endurance athletes to explore topics like training, recovery, strength, nutrition, and the latest in sport science.

Whether you’re training for your next race or simply want to become a stronger, healthier runner, this is a great opportunity to learn from leaders in the endurance space.

Not an ARC member yet? Join the pack.

Become an ARC member today for just $30/year and save over $100 with exclusive perks like this.

Visit https://austinrunners.org/membership/ to start your membership today.

🚨 Zilker Relays is on tour! 🚨

We're making our way around Austin and bringing the Zilker Relays promotion excitement with us.

🏃 June 8 • 6:00 PM
📍 Mean Eyed Cat
Preview Run of Zilker Relays x Austin Tri Club x ARC

🌈 June 9 • 6:00 AM
📍 Jo's Coffee
Morning Jo's Pride Run featuring AOK PT

🏟️ June 9 • 6:30 PM
📍 Paredes Middle School Track
Run Texas Track Club Regular Workout x Zilker Relays Promotion

☀️ June 13 • 9:00 AM
📍 The Loop Downtown
Stride & Rise - Regular Workout x Zilker Relays Promotion

Whether you're already building a team or just curious about what makes Zilker Relays such a special Austin tradition, come join us and learn more.

📣📣Runner Spotlight: Manu Vadlamudi 👟

A little over a year ago, Manu was primarily focused on weightlifting. Running wasn't part of the plan.

Looking for a way to manage work stress and add more cardio to his routine, he decided to give running a try after seeing so many people out on Austin's trails and streets. What started as a new challenge quickly became a passion.

Manu first got connected to the community through Comedor Run Club and soon found his way to Austin Runners Club. Joining the Distance Challenge gave him structure, accountability, and clear goals to chase. Since then, he's continued building consistency and discovering just how rewarding the sport can be.

What stands out most to Manu about Austin's running community is how accessible it feels. Whether you're a brand-new runner or a seasoned veteran, there's space for everyone. The city's running culture makes it easy to stay active year-round, and the welcoming atmosphere keeps people coming back.

His proudest running accomplishment? Surviving the Decker Challenge.

"The course was grueling with those constant hills and almost no moments to fully settle in. Finishing it felt like a real marker of progress and gave me confidence that I could handle longer and harder efforts."

After successfully completing the Austin Marathon, Manu's next goal is to continue building his weekly mileage while shifting his focus toward speed. He's setting his sights on improving his 5K and mile times and continuing to grow as a runner.

When he's not running, you'll find him on Zwift, mixing in indoor cycling as a way to stay active, recover, and keep things fresh.

Be sure to say hello at the next ARC event!

Perks for the Pack 🐺

Better running starts with understanding how your body moves.

Our friends at Run Lab help runners improve performance, prevent injuries, and train smarter through services designed specifically for endurance athletes.

ARC Members receive:
🏃 $25 off any service

Whether you’re looking for movement analysis, recovery support, or guidance to keep your training on track, Run Lab is there to help you feel stronger every step of the way.

Not an ARC member yet? Join the pack.

Become an ARC member today for just $30/year and save over $100 with exclusive perks like this.

Visit https://austinrunners.org/membership/ to start your membership today.

Global Running Day is coming up so soon! Join us for a worldwide celebration of movement, community, and the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other. Whether you're training for a race, chasing a new goal, or just looking for a reason to get outside, this week is all about coming together through running.

Austin's running community is showing up in a big way:

📍 Ready to Run
🗓️ 6/1 • 6:30 PM
Monday Night Run x Zilker Relays

📍 Paredes Middle School Track
🗓️ 6/2 • 6:30 PM
Run Texas Track Club x Chloe Send-Off

🌎 GLOBAL RUNNING DAY EVENTS 🌎

📍 On Running Store
🗓️ 6/3 • 6:30 AM
Global Running Day – On

📍 Kerbey Lane Cafe – South Lamar
🗓️ 6/3 • 6:30 AM
Global Running Day – 5Run2 x Pancakes

📍 Dick's Sporting Goods – Cedar Park
🗓️ 6/3 • 7:30 AM
Global Running Day – Dick's x Brooks

📍 Comedor
🗓️ 6/3 • 10:00 AM
Global Running Day – Comedor

📍 Austin Beerworks
🗓️ 6/3 • 5:30 PM
Global Running Day – Austin Beerworks

📍 Central Machine Works
🗓️ 6/3 • 6:30 PM
Global Running Day – ESBR

📍 Auditorium Shores
🗓️ 6/5 • 7:00 PM
Moonlight Margarita Run

📍 Rabb House
🗓️ 6/6 • 8:00 AM
Fleet Feet – The Big House

Running is better when we do it together. Grab a friend, try a new group, and celebrate the community that keeps Austin moving.

Perks for the Pack 🐺

Your ARC membership is more than race discounts, it’s a way to get involved in Austin’s running community on an even deeper level.

Members receive exclusive savings on ALL Austin Runners Club races, including:

🏃 Zilker Relays - September 11th
🌼 Daisy Dash - October 18th
🔥 Decker Challenge presented by Next Level Urgent Care - December 13th

From race day memories to meeting new people and supporting local running, ARC membership helps you stay connected to the community that keeps Austin moving.

Not an ARC member yet? Join the pack.

Become an ARC member today for just $30/year and save over $100 with exclusive perks like this.

Visit https://austinrunners.org/membership/ to start your membership today.

The sun is out, summer miles are here, and Austin Runners Club is bringing the community together all week long.

Check out what's happening:

📍 On Running Store
🗓️ May 27 at 6:30 AM
On Running Club x Sonic Truck

📍 The Loop – Hyde Park
🗓️ May 27 at 6:00 PM
The Loop Run Club – Zilker Relays Promo Run

📍 BATHE | Austin's Bathhouse & Social Wellness Club
🗓️ May 27 at 6:30 PM
Bathe Run Club

📍 East 5th Coffee & Padel39
🗓️ May 31 at 8:00 AM
Coffee Run Club x 1-Year Birthday Celebration x Zilker Relays Promotion

Whether you're chasing a workout, celebrating with friends, or checking out a new run club, there's a place for you this week.

We'll see you out there, Austin!

Please join us in welcoming Austin Interval Running as Austin Runners Club's newest Affiliate Run Group!

Austin Interval Running is helping make distance running more accessible through a supportive run-walk interval approach that empowers runners of all experience levels to train for everything from a 5K to a marathon.

What stands out most about this group is their commitment to community. They celebrate every effort, every finish line, and every milestone along the way. Whether you're brand new to running or looking to return to longer distances, you'll find encouragement, accountability, and plenty of friendly faces.

📅 Weekly Runs
⏰ Saturdays at 7:00 AM (October–May)
⏰ Saturdays at 6:00 AM (June–September)

📍 Meetup location:
See Austin Interval Insta for weekly meet up spot

We're proud to have Austin Interval Running as part of the ARC Affiliate Run Group network and can't wait to see their community continue to grow.

Help us give them a warm welcome!