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USA Fit Marathon

Sugar Land, TX
Sunday, January 31, 2027


  3.2 Stars from 6 Reviews

Course Description
The USA Fit Marathon course goes from the University of Houston-Sugar Land campus, past the Sugar Land Memorial Park and into the New Territory neighborhood, and back to the University of Houston.

It is a very flat, fast course that consists of two out and backs. There is less than 20 feet of elevation change between the high and low points of the course.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Sunday, January 31, 2027
2026: Sunday, January 25, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Very Flat
Type: Multiple Out and Backs
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 51°F (10°C)
Average High: 62°F (16°C)
Average Low: 40° F (4°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.34
Course Score: 99.34

Race Size

2026: No Results
2025: 130 Finishers
2024: 144 Finishers
2023: 118 Finishers
2022: 91 Finishers
2021: 150 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: N/A
2025: 2.3%
2024: 8.3%
2023: 9.3%
2022: 9.9%
2021: 18.7%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 14 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 69°F  (21°C)
Low: 49°F  (9°C)

Race Start Conditions

52°F  (11°C)
Humidity: 88%

Clear
S 7 mph

PR Score

97.59

Course Score

99.44






USA Fit Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The USA Fit Marathon was the 324th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 296th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 2.3% of USA Fit Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 8.3% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the USA Fit Marathon ranked 397th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 198th in 2024. In Texas, it ranked 18th in 2025 and 4th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

The USA Fit Marathon has a Course Score of 99.34, ranking it as the 149th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 8th fastest marathon course in Texas.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the USA Fit Marathon a PR Score of 99.34. The PR Score ranks the USA Fit Marathon as the 106th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 4th best marathon for a PR in Texas.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the USA Fit Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Texas for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

USA Fit Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed149th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 8th fastest marathon course in Texas
Top 33% Nationally#8 of 26 in Texas
PR Potential106th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 4th best marathon for a PR in Texas
Top 23% Nationally#4 of 26 in Texas
Boston Qualifier Rate397th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 18th highest BQ percentage in Texas
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 84% Nationally#18 of 30 in Texas
Race Size324th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 18th largest marathon in Texas
Based on 2025 results
Top 55% Nationally#18 of 38 in Texas

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Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 86 feet (26m)
Min Elevation: 62 feet (18m)


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Race Reviews


3.2
Based on 6 reviews
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Good news is a flat course. Lots of bad & sad news.

Full Review:

Walkers 3 & 4 across plus a ton of early starters clogging the course, not staying to the side. Add those with music in their ears and a real runner finds themselves weaving all over the place to get around. And then running down a sidewalk that has a lot of non-racers (public sidewalk = open course) walking, cycling, skating at toward you or in your way. Paying this much for a half marathon for an open course? BS!

Race Tips:

AVOID. Run Houston or better yet The Woodlands or Cowtown. This race sucks. Check results as you may find a course cutter or someone that just quits and finishes taking your place on the award stand.
Reviewed by Lifelong Runner About 2026

Full Review:

This was a fun event, but I would recommend the half rather than the marathon. The course is very boring 2 loops and the second loop is very sparse of other people. It's a flat course with a few slight bridges.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Easy to park. Get there at least an hour early.
Reviewed by R About 2017

Full Review:

Great course and logistics. Excellent communication.

Need more variety and more food vendors

Race Tips:

Preparation is key, especially the week prior. Hydration, carb loading and rest during your taper week. Vitamin cocktails help with strength and iron stores. Recover on recovery days, and include HIIT training that is nonlinear to get your body accustomed to different movements.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Parking seemed stressful due to areas being blocked. Provide discount coupons for finishers on race day, example free personal pizza or a percentage off. This used to be offered. We want to feel celebrated because some of us have no one to cheer us on.
Reviewed by Monica Vagholkar About 2017

Full Review:

Well organized. Everything seemed to "flow" well from arriving in the a.m. with FREE parking to the start line to the race to the finish line and after party. For the $ you get not just a finisher tshirt, but a pullover or back back or sweatshirt and large medal. Definitely bang for your buck. Smaller race, but I tend to like that. No expo to deal with. No pkg to pay for at Expo or race day. No worries about where will I park. Don't get me wrong. Like the big races too, but if you haven't tried a small race like this try it and compare for yourself to see if you have a preference. Course has changed since I ran it last. No longer 100% flat, but still 98% flat. Sufficient water stations and potties. Race lacks crowd support unfortunately so if this is important to you it won't be found here. Would like to see them do more to bring out the local high school bands, cheer squads, dance clubs, etc..... It all helps! This is NOT a critique, but just my personal preference......would prefer the finisher jacket instead of a pullover. Regardless both are very nice and better than most other races! This was my 31st marathon so I have a few races to compare it too! ;)

Race Tips:

If you are looking for a race to BQ and have been struggling this may be a good option! About as flat as you can get (minus a few very very slight inclines, but short in length) and small crowds so not held back by other runners.
Reviewed by CP About 2017

Full Review:

Well organized, fun race with excellent course support and volunteers! The marathon is designed to give everyone the opportunity to complete it. I have a full review on my blog: http://www.pathtotri.com/memorial-hermann-usa-fit-marathon/

Race Tips:

Fast course that goes up and down University Boulevard

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Parking is a breeze at the University of Houston campus.
Reviewed by EW About 2015

Full Review:

Every year is a new adventure and was silly enough to do it 3 times. Course changes every year and this year, we ended up running through each other due to race not staying on course. Apparently, the race director did not ride out with the police to ensure he went the right way. Got to water station 1. I depend on this to ensure hydration stays constant. No one and no water out. WTH! To start a race off like this is unfathomable. After 3 different courses, water issues, walkers 3 across causing runners to go into the traffic lane and the pretty high price, never again. See my running friends after this race as it is not fun.

Race Tips:

Choose another race
Reviewed by RP About 2015