BPN Returns as Official On-Course Hydration & Nutrition Partner of the 2026 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon
Trusted Nutrition Leader BPN to Fuel Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K Runners with On-Course Support
The Ascension Seton Austin Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K proudly announces the continuation of its partnership with Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN) as the official on-course hydration and nutrition provider for the 2026 race weekend. Following a successful collaboration in 2025, BPN will once again provide athletes with the high-performance fuel they need to chase their goals through downtown Austin on February 15, 2026.
Founded and headquartered in Austin, BPN is a nationally recognized leader in performance nutrition. As part of the 2026 event, BPN will supply their flagship electrolytes at all 22 on-course aid stations, helping runners stay hydrated and focused from start to finish. Participants will also benefit from BPN’s Go Gels, available at the designated energy zones to deliver mid-race fueling for optimal endurance and energy.
“The Austin Marathon has a special place in my heart. This race led to my love for endurance training and shaped the evolution of Bare Performance Nutrition. Last year, we had the opportunity to fuel the runners on course with our gels and electrolytes. The partnership between the Austin Marathon and BPN just makes sense. We can’t wait to fuel the committed again in 2026. Go One More.” Said Nick Bare, BPN Founder and CEO.
Throughout the year, BPN and the Austin Marathon team will collaborate on community activations and training support designed to prepare participants physically and mentally for race day. Together, they aim to inspire both new and returning runners to stay consistent and committed in their training journeys.
“We’re thrilled to continue our work with BPN,” said Jack Murray, Owner of the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon. “Their presence on-course makes a real impact for our runners — not just in terms of performance, but in creating a deeper connection to the Austin running community. Both of us being based in Austin makes this partnership even more special.”
The annual President’s Day Weekend event kicks off with a community shakeout run and a two-day Health & Fitness Expo at the Palmer Events Center on February 13–14, 2026. On Sunday, runners will race through Austin’s most iconic neighborhoods and finish at the Texas State Capitol, earning a commemorative belt buckle finisher medal and a celebration worthy of the journey. Registration is open now for all distances.
About the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon®: Since its inception in 1992, the Austin Marathon® has emerged as a world-class running event, attracting participants from all 50 states and over 50 countries. With a course that spans every quadrant of this dynamic city, offering a festive atmosphere with live music throughout, the marathon culminates in a vibrant finisher party. The event also serves as a powerful force for good, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars annually for various non-profit organizations. The Austin Marathon elevates Presidents Day weekend into a grand showcase of athleticism and community spirit, making it a bucket-list event for athletes, enthusiasts, and supporters from all over the world.
About BPN: Our vision is to fuel performance and elevate athletic potential. We obsess over equipping people with the highest quality fuel, authentic creativity, and a team of committed people to Go One More. We are a brand for the committed. Those unwavering in the pursuit of their goals — never accepting mediocrity.
