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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!

Members of a team hold hands as they cross the Austin Half Marathon finish line together. Text on design reads 4 Tips to Grow Your Team. Learn more at http://48d.435.myftpupload.com/4-tips-to-grow-your-team/

4 Tips to Grow Your Team for the Austin Marathon

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Two women excitedly run towards the finish of the Austin Marathon.

Opportunity for Local Businesses to Sponsor Aid Stations

Local businesses can sponsor aid stations to increase brand recognition…
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Keep Your Family Active at these 5 Austin Parks

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Rick Kaven and Steven Boone pose in front of a banner at an Austin Marathon expo. They're two of the three runners (Douglas Yee is not pictured) preparing to run their 30th Austin Marathon in 2022. Read more at http://48d.435.myftpupload.com/their-30th-austin-marathon/

Excitedly Preparing to Run Their 30th Austin Marathon

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Runners excitedly cross the Austin Half Marathon finish line. Text on design reads Just Added: Free Finisher Video and refers to the free, personalized finisher video all finishers will get at the 2022 Austin Marathon. Read more at http://48d.435.myftpupload.com/free-personalized-finisher-video/

2022 Austin Marathon Offers Free, Personalized Finisher Video

Free, personalized finisher video will include highlights of…
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Avoid these 6 Simple Training Mistakes and Stay on Track

Stay on track to achieve your goal when you avoid these simple…
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A runner jogs on the trail around Town Lake with the Austin skyline in the background. Text on design reads 6 Signs You Need a Running Vacation. Read more about why you need a runcation at http://48d.435.myftpupload.com/you-need-a-runcation/

Runcation: 6 Signs You Need a Running Vacation

These 6 indicators mean it’s time to start planning your runcation Runners…
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Group of 7 runners running side-by-side on South Congress Avenue during the Austin Marathon. Text on design reads You Know You're a Runner When You Do These 10 Things. Read more at http://48d.435.myftpupload.com/youre-a-runner/

You Know You’re a Runner When You Do These 10 Things

10 ways to know if you’re a runner Runners are quirky and…
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Get Off Your Phone: Turn Screen Time Into Workout Time

Advice on how to get off your phone and spend that time working…
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