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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!

A large group of marathon runners, dressed in athletic gear and race bibs, run together on a city street. The image has text that reads: "5 Marathon Mistakes First-Time Marathoners Make. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

5 Mistakes First-Time Marathoners Make (Avoid These!)

Training for your first marathon is exciting. It is also a little…
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A group of runners participates in a race on a city street, with sunlight and tall buildings in the background. Text at the bottom reads, "How to stay consistent with training when race day feels far away. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

How to Stay Consistent When Race Day Feels Far Away

There is a special kind of challenge that shows up when you are…
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A group of smiling people, two mascots, and a city skyline in the background celebrate outdoors. Large text reads: "Austin Marathon 2027 Registration Kicks Off with a Weeklong Launch Celebration. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Austin Marathon Opens 2027 Registration with Weeklong Launch Celebration

RUN AUSTIN® Launch Week begins May 12 with giveaways, group…
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Five people run under a bridge on a gravel path in bright athletic wear. Greenery and a city skyline are visible in the background. Text at the bottom reads, “SUMMER RUNNING SURVIVAL GUIDE” with summer running tips. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Summer Running Survival Guide

Training for the Austin Marathon is a big goal. Training for…
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Four runners in red outfits and sunglasses proudly display their medals and smile after a race, with city buildings and the Texas State Capitol in the background. Text reads, “Turning Post-Race Blues into your Next Big Goal.”. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Turning Post-Race Blues Into Your Next Big Goal

After months of training, early alarms, long runs, and race-week…
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A marathon runner in a black shirt and race bib 34999 points toward the camera, surrounded by fellow runners on a city street. Text reads: "The most underrated skill in marathon training: Patience. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

The Most Underrated Skill in Marathon Training: Patience

When people talk about marathon training, they usually focus…
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Crowd of runners at a race, two women in front smiling and making peace signs, surrounded by other participants. Text reads: "How to Build a Base Before Marathon Training Begins." Green graphic border emphasizes base building for running success. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

How to Build a Base Before Marathon Training Begins

Starting marathon training without a solid base is one of the…
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A large group of runners participates in the Austin Marathon with downtown Austin’s skyline in the background. Text reads: "The Austin Marathon Course: Neighborhoods You’ll Run Through. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

The Austin Marathon Course: Neighborhoods You’ll Run Through

Running the Austin Marathon course isn’t just about the miles,…
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A smiling woman in a pink shirt and sunglasses holds up one finger while standing at a marathon event. The text reads, "Beginner’s Guide: Running Your First Marathon in Austin. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Beginner’s Guide to Running Your First Marathon in Austin

Are you ready to take on the challenge of running your first…
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