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Whether you’re gearing up for your first marathon, aiming to improve your half marathon time, or simply seeking a fun running experience in the heart of Texas, you’ve come to the right place! Our blog is filled with expert tips, inspiring stories, and race day advice for runners of all levels. Scroll through our latest articles below, use the search bar to find specific topics, or reach out to us through the chat in the bottom corner if you need assistance. We’re here to help you cross that finish line!

Running shoes, shirt, socks, water bottle, hat, sunglasses, watch, and belt laid out on a wooden table, with sunlight and a plant in the background. Text below reads: “Running Gear Checklist: What to Upgrade Before Official Training Begins.” Make sure your training checklist covers every essential running gear upgrade for peak performance this season. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Running Gear Checklist: What to Upgrade Before Training Begins

Before you add more miles to your calendar, take a look at what…
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A man running and a child biking on a sunlit trail beside a river, with city buildings in the background. Text reads “MASTER THE TRAIL: A Runner’s Guide to the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail.”. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5Kthetrailconservancy.org

Master the Trail: A Runner’s Guide to the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail

Some runs are about the workout. Others remind you why you started…
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A drummer with long hair and sunglasses plays a white drum set outdoors. Text at the bottom reads: “2027 Austin Marathon invites local bands to bring Austin’s sound to the course.”. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

2027 Austin Marathon Calls on Local Bands to Bring Austin’s Sound to the Course

Local musicians invited to perform along the Ascension Seton…
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Runners participate in a marathon, with one man in sunglasses and a blue tank top leading, as others follow. A purple banner below promotes 2027 RUN AUSTIN Pace Team applications. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Austin Marathon Opens Applications for the 2027 RUN AUSTIN® Pace Team

Experienced Local Runners Invited to Pace Ascension Seton Austin…
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A man in workout clothes does a squat holding a dumbbell in a gym with large windows overlooking a river and city skyline. Text reads: 4 Essential Gym Workouts to Boost Marathon Longevity. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

4 Essential Gym Workouts for Marathon Longevity

Your training plan tells you how many miles to run. But what…
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Crowd of runners at the Austin Marathon start line with “Austin Marathon Gives Announces 2027 Official Charity Partners” text and a white logo featuring hands holding a heart, presented by Moody Foundation as part of the Austin Marathon Gives Program. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Austin Marathon Announces Official Charity Partners for 2027 Austin Marathon Gives Program

Selected nonprofit organizations will use the Austin Marathon…
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A downtown Austin skyline background with the Crunch Fitness logo. Text below reads: “Austin Marathon announces new partnership with Crunch Fitness.” This exciting collaboration highlights the commitment of both the Austin Marathon and Crunch Fitness to empowering a stronger, healthier community. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Austin Marathon Announces New Partnership with Crunch Fitness

Crunch Fitness named Official Gym Partner and Presenting Partner…
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Three people jog on a tree-lined trail beside a table with tacos and drinks. The city skyline is visible in the background. Text reads: “Exploring the East Austin Running Scene: Clubs, Routes, and Post-Run Tacos.” Perfect for anyone curious about East Austin running clubs or searching for the best spots to enjoy post-run tacos. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Exploring the East Austin Running Scene: Clubs, Routes, and Post-Run Tacos

Some runs end when you stop your watch. In East Austin, that…
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Two people smiling behind a table with PNC Bank swag at the Austin Marathon Health & Fitness Expo. Banners and orange promo items are displayed, with text announcing PNC Bank as the marathon’s official banking partner. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

PNC Bank Returns as Official Banking Partner of the Austin Marathon and Presenting Partner of the Health & Fitness Expo

PNC Bank expands its support of the two-day expo welcoming thousands…
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