2025 | Planteen is Running Club Member of the Month

Time for another Member Spotlight Gwen Planteen! This member is why we have to keep the “area” in our name… driving into Aberdeen from Langford for group runs takes some serious commitment!

Here are some more facts you may or may not know about Gwen – depending on how many miles she’s convinced you to run with her!

What inspired you to start or keep running?
I got into running to be more fit, and I found out that there were way more benefits than just to be more fit.

What is your most memorable race?
My most memorial race was the Twin City Marathon, a year that a lot of people from Aberdeen ran in it. It was also where I first qualified for the Boston Marathon.

– Courtesy of the Aberdeen Area Running Club (https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=584954427951777&set=gm.10161142081346937&idorvanity=302396311936)

The Aberdeen Area Running Club (AARC) is a not-for-profit organization that began in November 2007. The Club’s main goal is promoting running enjoyment and education. To that end, they sponsor races, fun runs, social events, educational activities, and demonstrations.

This club is a place for runners and other athletes to support encourage one another and anyone wanting to become a runner.

A full listing of their events: https://aberdeenarearunningclub.com/events/

If you’re considering joining the AARC or you have further questions, please contact them.

Email: AberdeenAreaRunningClub@gmail.com

Website: https://aberdeenarearunningclub.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/302396311936/