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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!

People gather outside a green café with a mural reading “I love you so much” in red. Cyclists and pedestrians pass by, creating a lively scene. Text below reads, “Coffee and Community: Best post-run cafés Austin.”. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Coffee and Community: Best Post-Run Cafés in Austin

Austin’s vibrant running community doesn’t stop at the finish…
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A smiling marathon runner in blue shorts gives two thumbs up while running among a large group. Text reads: "The Power of Positive Self-Talk in Marathon Training—boost your mindset for marathon success. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

The Power of Positive Self-Talk in Marathon Training

How Affirmations and Mindset Can Influence Your Training Outcomes Training…
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Two people at the Austin Marathon: one is dressed as a jar of GOOD GOOD strawberry jam, the other as a wolf mascot in an “Austin Marathon” shirt. Both are smiling with arms outstretched, celebrating the Ascension Seton partnership announcement. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Ascension Seton Austin Marathon Announces Partnership with GOOD GOOD®

GOOD GOOD® Named Official Jam and Goodie Bag Sponsor for Austin's…
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A female runner in black athletic wear runs in a race, with spectators behind barriers. Text on the image reads: "Running Form: Small Adjustments for Big Gains"—perfect running tips to improve your running technique. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Running Form: Small Adjustments for Big Gains

When it comes to marathon training, most runners focus on building…
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A smiling woman with a cast on her leg relaxes on a couch with crutches beside her. Text reads, "The Importance of Rest: How recovery days enhance marathon training. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

The Importance of Rest: How Recovery Days Enhance Marathon Training

When training for a marathon, it's easy to get caught up in the…
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A woman in athletic wear holds a large jar in one hand and a wooden tray with fruit, cheese, and nuts in the other. Text below reads: "Nutrition Myths Busted: What Runners Really Need to Eat." Discover what to eat for peak running performance. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Nutrition Myths Busted: What Runners Really Need to Eat

As marathoners, we’re often bombarded with nutrition advice…
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A woman in athletic wear lifts dumbbells indoors. Text at the bottom reads: "Strength training for runners: Building power without bulking up." The image features a colorful border and arrow graphics. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Strength Training for Runners: Building Power Without Bulking Up

Why Strength Training Matters for Runners Many runners focus…
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A woman and a man run toward the finish line of a marathon on a city street, surrounded by colorful banners. Text on the image reads: "Beginner Marathon Training Plan: 10 Types of Runs You Should Be Doing." Perfect for new runners!. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Beginner Marathon Training Plan: 10 Types of Runs You Should Be Doing

Starting your first half or full marathon training plan? Whether…
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A marathon runner crosses the finish line amid confetti, smiling with arms outstretched. The "Sport for Healing" logo and "Texas Sport for Healing Fund: Hill Country Flood Relief" text appear on a green-blue background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

SPORTS TEAMS LAUNCH ‘TEXAS SPORT FOR HEALING FUND’ AND NATIONAL AUCTION TO SUPPORT HILL COUNTRY FLOOD RELIEF

Thirty-Nine Organizations Unite to Aid Long-term Recovery Efforts…
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