50.12 Support the Austin Marathon Runners

Family Friendly, Free things to do in Austin, Outside, Random Fun, Things To Do In Austin | 19 Feb 2012

I’m sure most of us know someone running in the marathon this morning, and they need our support! Having run a marathon and cheered on my friends, I can say that all the random people cheering for you is very motivating and much needed.

So go support your favorite runner! And if you don’t have any favorites, go support everybody!

Does anyone have any good signs? A few of my favorite are, “(Persons Name) is kicking asphalt,” and “Dear Stranger, you are my hero.”

Road closure warning — make sure to look at the map because a bunch of roads will be closed this morning.

I was reading the spectator information on their website and I found this section/paragraph interesting.
“University of Texas Intramural Fields, 51st and Guadalupe (Mile 22) Mathematically, the marathon is “almost over”, but DO NOT shout that at the runners, because physically and mentally, it’s just not. The average marathoner will still have 40 to 45 minutes of running left. Most are now going further than they have ever run in their training. Bodies are low on fuel, and most runners have found the infamous “wall”, right as they head into the long hill up 51st. There’s a large water stop that will join you to up the noise and positive energy levels. The best access is from inside the course’s loop, from Lamar, or from outside the loop via Airport Blvd, down 53rd. Fuel/Tunes: Epoch Coffee House (221 W. North Loop Blvd.), Flightpath Coffee House (5011 Duval) music TBD, but it always rocks”

Location:When: today

See map— http://youraustinmarathon.com/images/stories/2012/course/austin_raceroute_guide_2012-01-11.pdf

http://youraustinmarathon.com/spectators