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Welcome to the Austin Marathon Blog!

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 runner in athletic gear is high-fiving a mascot as they cross the finish line in the Austin Marathon. The banner overhead displays the marathon's name and time. The text at the bottom reads, "Your Ultimate Guide: What You Need to Start Training This Weekend. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

What You Need to Start Training This Weekend for the Austin Marathon: Your Ultimate Guide

August 21, 2024
If you’re planning to start training for the Austin Marathon…
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Three smiling runners proudly display their medals after completing a marathon. They are wearing running gear with bib numbers visible. The background shows other participants and a cityscape. Text overlays read, "Marathon Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction in Marathon Running. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Marathon Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction in Marathon Running

July 25, 2024
Hello, future marathoners! Ready to embark on your journey to…
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Integrate Cycling into Your Marathon Training Routine

July 25, 2024
Training for a half marathon or a full marathon is a rigorous…
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Rest and Recovery: The Role of Downtime in breaking performance plateaus

July 18, 2024
Rest Days: Your Secret Weapon for Running Success Ever feel…
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A smiling woman with red hair is running with her arms raised in celebration, likely experiencing the runner's high. She is wearing a white sleeveless top. Other runners are partially visible in the background. Text at the bottom of the image reads, "What is runner’s high? Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

What is Runner’s High?

July 17, 2024
Have you ever felt an unexpected surge of euphoria during or…
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A group of runners participating in a marathon on a paved road, with the main focus on a middle-aged man in a blue long-sleeve shirt and red shorts. The image has a green border with the text "DON'T FEAR 'THE WALL'; PUSHING THROUGH THE HARD MILES" at the bottom. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Don’t Fear “The Wall”: Pushing Through the Hard Miles

June 27, 2024
In the world of marathon running, "The Wall" is a well-known…
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A runner in athletic gear is mid-stride during a race, with a cityscape and trees in the background. Confetti is scattered on the ground. Text below the image reads, "Finding the Perfect Balance: Should Runners Lift Heavy or Light Weights? Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K

Finding the Perfect Balance: Should Runners Lift Heavy or Light Weights?

June 24, 2024
As you gear up for your next marathon or half marathon, you…
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Barton Creek Greenbelt: Explore One of Austin Best Kept Secrets

June 24, 2024
Conquer Your Run with the Barton Creek Greenbelt The Austin…
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Ascension Seton Austin Marathon Announces BPN as Official On-Course Hydration and Nutrition

June 6, 2024
Austin-Based, Nationally Recognized Nutrition Leader to Supply…
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