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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!

Image of three finishers during 2020 Austin Marathon weekend. 2020 Austin Gives Miles presented by The Moody Foundation raised $702,500 for 25 different Central Texas charities.

2020 Austin Gives Miles Raises More than $700,000 for Nonprofits

Since 2014, Austin Gives Miles presented by The Moody Foundation…
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Image of Joe Priesnitz sitting on a sand dune. Joe booked live music acts for the Austin Marathon and 3M Half Marathon before his passing on April 25, 2020. Courtesy of Barbara Nadalini Priesnitz.

Joe Priesnitz Curated Live Music for Austin’s Premier Running Events

Runners from around the world enjoyed live music on Austin’s…
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Image of a mother and daughter hugging at the 2020 Austin Half Marathon finish line. Enjoy this blog and download the free Mother's Day coupon book!

Free Download! Mother’s Day Coupon Book for Runners

Surprise the person you call Mom with this free, downloadable…
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Image of the Paramount Theatre marquee displaying the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon name. The Austin Marathon donates nearly $23,000 to Paramount Theatre. Paramount is the beneficiary of the KXAN SimpleHealth 5K.

Austin Marathon Donates Nearly $23,000 to Paramount Theatre

Austin Marathon donates to Austin's oldest theatre The Ascension…
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Image of Jonathan Acott showing off his medal from the Berlin Marathon. Read about his journey to run the world and how the Austin Marathon is next!

Next Stop in Cancer Survivor’s Quest to Run the World: Austin

6-time cancer survivor chooses Austin for North American stop…
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Image of runner giving the peace sign while listening to music during the 2020 Austin Marathon. Read this blog and listen to the 10 recent April running playlist additions.

April Running Playlist Additions – 10 Must-Add Songs

Expand your playlist with these April running playlist additions You…
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Image of the High Five Events crew after the 2020 3M Half Marathon. Read this blog to meet High Five Events.

Meet High Five Events – The Team that Brings You the Austin Marathon

Meet High Five Events and learn about the folks behind the Austin…
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Image of Camp Gladiator Trainers warming up participants before the 2020 Austin Marathon. You can workout with their Trainers from anywhere in the world when you register for their Choose to Move virtual challenge today!

Choose to Move with Camp Gladiator’s Six-Week Virtual Challenge

Workout with your friends when you register for Camp Gladiator’s…
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Image of the limited-edition Under Armour HOVR Machina ATX shoe in front of a multi-colored ATX sign. The Austin Marathon is giving away a pair of these shoes every day in April for their 30th Anniversary Giveaway! Credit: Fleet Feet Austin.

30th Anniversary Giveaway: 30 Days of Limited-Edition ATX Shoes

Get active for 30 minutes a day and you could be a winner of…
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