Date: September 13, 2025 Participant: Diane Esson #1409 Race: 2025 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Start, Gradual Pace Shift Diane Esson, from Funchal, demonstrated a commendable start in her marathon with consistent pacing across the first three miles. Her initial pace of 7:25 minutes per mile helped her secure the 13th position in her division F35-39. She maintained strong pacing up to mile 4 but gradually began to slow down. By mile 10, her pace adjusted to 8:05 minutes per mile, which resulted in a shift to the 20th position in her division by the halfway mark. Pacing modifications became more apparent after mile 15, with times exceeding 9 minutes per mile. Nonetheless, Esson managed to push through, achieving a final marathon time of 3:57:31 and an overall pace of 9:03 minutes per mile. Positioned 27th in her division, she concluded the race 494th overall among 1393 participants. Focusing on maintaining mid-race paces could optimize future performances. Acknowledge the impressive endurance and perseverance demonstrated throughout the race.