Tapering 101: How to Reduce Mileage and Boost Performance Before Race Day

Tapering for the Austin International Half is a critical phase of preparation. It ensures your body recovers from weeks of intense training while maintaining fitness, allowing you to perform at your best on race day. For most runners, a two-week taper works best to strike the perfect balance between recovery and sharpness. What Is Tapering […] The post Tapering 101: How to Reduce Mileage and Boost Performance Before Race Day appeared first on Austin International Half.

Here’s Why You Need to Talk Your Friends into Joining Your Relay Team

Yo, Blaze here! We all know training for a half marathon solo is epic, but let’s be real for a second—what’s even better than running solo? Running with your peeps as a relay team! Picture this: you and your bestie tag-teaming a race, crushing miles, and celebrating at that finish line together like the champions […] The post Here’s Why You Need to Talk Your Friends into Joining Your Relay Team appeared first on Austin International Half.

How to Calculate Your Caloric Burn While Running

How many calories do we really burn when we hit the pavement for a thrilling run? Caloric expenditure knowledge can help in optimizing our training, proper fueling, and achieving our fitness goals. So, let's lace up our running shoes and delve into the science behind calculating the calories burned while running. The post How to Calculate Your Caloric Burn While Running appeared first on Austin International Half.

Austin International Half and EIGHT Beer Team Up Once Again

Iconic Net Downhill Course and Austin’s Own Light Lager Deliver a Refreshing Finish The Austin International Half, formerly the 3M Half Marathon is excited to continue its successful partnership with EIGHT Beer as the Official Beer for the third consecutive year. EIGHT Beer, an Austin-based independent brewery, will highlight the finish line festival’s beer garden, […] The post Austin International Half and EIGHT Beer Team Up Once Again appeared first on Austin International Half.

Why the Name Change? The Inside Scoop

There’s been some buzz around our recent name change, and we want to set the record straight! High Five Events is thrilled to introduce our new name, the Austin International Half! We understand this change might be a surprise, so let’s clear up any confusion and show you why we’re more excited than ever to […] The post Why the Name Change? The Inside Scoop appeared first on Austin International Half.

Mastering the Tangent: Run the Austin International Half Like a Pro

Running the Austin International Half means gearing up for a unique, mostly downhill course that has become famous for its speed-friendly layout and scenic views. One way to fully capitalize on that downhill advantage is to master the art of “running the tangent.” If you’re new to this concept, don’t worry—we’ll break it down for […] The post Mastering the Tangent: Run the Austin International Half Like a Pro appeared first on Austin International Half.

Holiday Parties and Your Half Marathon Training: The Pros and Cons of Alcohol Consumption

With the holidays and the Austin International Half fast approaching, it’s that special time of year when social calendars are packed with festive gatherings, and your running schedule is focused on preparing for race day. Navigating holiday parties while staying on track with your half marathon training can feel like a challenge, especially with all […] The post Holiday Parties and Your Half Marathon Training: The Pros and Cons of Alcohol Consumption appeared first on Austin International Half.