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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!

Frank Scalet, SAG driver, poses before the 2019 Austin Marathon.

Frank Scalet is Always at the End of the Austin Marathon

Read about Frank Scalet's race-day contributions as a volunteer Every…
Michael ran the 2018 Austin Marathon after he accepted his self-imposed challenge.

Self-Imposed Challenge Accepted

If he can do that, so can I; self-imposed challenge accepted Michael…
Kirsten met the love of her life on Valentine's Day at the Austin Half Marathon.

Valentine’s Day Running Love Story

How two runners fell in love on Valentine’s Day People…
Runners can use these 9 tips to see improvement all the way to the Austin Marathon start line.

See Improvement During Your Training with these 9 Tips

Incorporate these 9 things runners do every day to see improvement There’s…
Austin Marathon participants utilized long training runs before race day.

Follow this Recovery Timeline After Your Long Training Run

Recover from your long training run faster with our advice Your…
Runner ties shoes before going on a morning run.

6 Tips to Help You Wake Up Early for a Morning Run

Get out the door for your morning run with these 6 tips The…
The Peterson Brothers headlined the 2018 Austin Marathon and Six Square's 2019 Blues Music Showcase, an East Austin highlight.

Explore these 7 East Austin Highlights Near the Austin Marathon Course

Explore some of our favorite East Austin highlights and learn…
Kayleigh Williamson, the first runner with Down syndrome to cross the Austin Half Marathon finish line, is putting her mark on the world through running.

Putting Her Mark on the World through Running

Kayleigh is putting her mark on the world and improving her health…

7 East Austin Restaurants Near the Austin Marathon Course

Check out some of our favorite East Austin restaurants near the…

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