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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!

Female runner excitedly raises her hands in the air for the on-course photographer during the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon. Text on the design reads How Long Does it Take to Finish a Marathon. More information, including a helpful pace chart, can be found at https://youraustinmarathon.com/how-long-will-it-take-you-to-finish-a-marathon/

How Long Will it Take You to Finish a Marathon?

Know the 6 factors that may impact your marathon finish time A…
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The Round the River 4-Miler digital medal that showcase the Austin skyline and the Run Austin Virtual Series logo. Learn more and sign up at https://youraustinmarathon.com/round-the-river-4-miler/

Run Austin Virtual Series Introduces Third Event, Round the River 4-Miler

Round the River 4-Miler is named after popular loop on Austin's…
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Two cyclists riding their bikes side-by-side. Text in the design reads How Cycling Can Improve Your Running Performance." Read more at https://youraustinmarathon.com/cycling-can-improve-your-running-performance

How Cycling Can Help You Improve Your Running Performance

Improve your running performance when you add cycling to your…
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Kiah Twisselman holds an old pair of jeans next to her, showcasing that she's lost 125 since she began her journey towards a healthier lifestyle. She will continue to make the impossible possible at the 30th annual Austin Marathon on February 14, 2021. Read more about her story at https://youraustinmarathon.com/make-the-impossible-possible

Inspiring Story about How to Make the Impossible Possible

A personal story of weight loss, finding self love, and running…
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Runner laying down on a doctor's table in a clinic. The doctor is flexing his right knee during an exam. This image is associated with a blog entitled How These Experts Can Help You Get Better. Read more at https://youraustinmarathon.com/help-you-get-better/

How these Experts Can Help You Get Better

Learn how the experts at Ascension Seton Sports Performance can…
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Image of the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon start line full of runners. The text on the design with the image announces that High Five Events ranked 1853 on the 2020 Inc 5000 list.

High Five Events Moves Up 310 Spots on 2020 Inc 5000 List

Placement on 2020 Inc 5000 list is 310 spots higher than 2019 Inc.…
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Image of a Nuun smoothie in a mason jar next to a package of watermelon Nuun Instant. Text reads Easy Hydration Boosting Recipes. Drink this smoothie post-run to boost your hydration and replace electrolytes.

Boost Your Hydration with these 4 Easy-to-Make Recipes

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Image of two participants hugging and smiling for the camera after the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon. Design features text that reads August Running Playlist.

The 2020 August Running Playlist: Music to Your Ears

We curated the 2020 August Running Playlist just for you You…
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Drone image of runners crossing Congress Avenue Bridge during the 2020 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon with the Austin skyline in the background. The design contains the Abbott World Marathon Majors logo and text that introduces the Austin Marathon as an official AbbottWMM Wanda Age Group World Rankings qualifier.

Austin Marathon Joins AbbottWMM Wanda Age Group World Rankings

2021 Austin Marathon participants can earn Age Group World Rankings…
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