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!

Image of four friends holding their finisher medals after the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon. Design on the image contains text that reads How and Why to Gain Strength.

How to Gain Strength and Why It Helps You

Endurance circuits that’ll help runners gain strength As runners…
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Image of a vibrantly colored Austin mural of a blue female genie drinking a martini. This blog showcases some of the Austin Marathon's favorite on-course murals.

The Best of all the Amazing On-Course Murals

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Image of RAW Running member warming up before the KXAN SimpleHealth 5K during 2020 Austin Marathon weekend. Image announces the Run Austin Virtual Series, a 6-event series where the events increase in distance every month.

Austin Marathon and 3M Half Marathon Introduce Run Austin Virtual Series

All six events in the Run Austin Virtual Series will have a unique…
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Image of a female runner at the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon with text reading July Running Playlist.

The 2020 July Running Playlist: Music to Your Ears

We curated the 2020 July Running Playlist just for you You want…
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Image of runners on Austin's top running trails with text introducing the blog for Expert Advice on Running Austin's Top 3 Trails. Courtesy of Trail Roots.

Your Insider Advice on Austin’s Top Running Trails

Take your next run on one of Austin’s top running trails Every…
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Image of female runner during the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon. She appears to run the tangent, which is the fastest way to the Austin Marathon finish line!

Run the Tangent: Fastest Way to the Austin Marathon Finish Line

Complete the shortest distance possible when you run the tangent You’re…
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Image of Eileen Alvarez and her friend Bernabe at the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon finish line. Eileen's training plan included months of miles and overcoming adversity.

One Marathoner’s Remarkable Story of Overcoming Adversity

Eileen learned more about herself after overcoming adversity…
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Image of a male runner at the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon with text reading June Running Playlist.

The 2020 June Running Playlist: Music to Your Ears

We curated the 2020 June Running Playlist just for you You want…
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Image of runner during the 2020 Austin Marathon. Registration for the 30th annual Ascension Seton Austin Marathon opens on June 1, 2020.

30th Annual Austin Marathon Registration Opens June 1st

Run Austin's streets on Valentine’s Day and celebrate your…
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