Hot Trot Half Marathon course.

1. 01

   Beat the sunrise

   The 06:30 start is your best window: typical race-day temperature here is 29.2C, so the coolest running comes early. Warm up before dawn and expect the back half to be hot.

   From the start time

2. 02

   Use the aid stations

   The course runs along White Rock Lake, and the race promises plenty of course support to keep you hydrated and cool. Plan to drink at every station rather than carrying it all.

   From the description

3. 03

   Trust the splits

   The courses are USATF certified, so mile markers line up with a measured half marathon. Take your splits off those markers instead of GPS drift.

   From the description

4. 04

   Plan for the finish

   Ice-cold towels and popsicles wait at the finish, followed by an after-party with exhibitors, music and food. Build in time to cool down and stay for it.

   From the description

5. 05

   Race-day heat plan

   At 29.2C typical, this is a race to run by effort, not by a cool-weather personal best. The heat is the course's main challenge — set your goal accordingly.

   From the temperature

Written by AI from the course data. Check race-day details with the organizer.