Date: September 13, 2025 Participant: Lora Swickard #2295 Race: 2025 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Start, Challenging Finish Lora Swickard maintained impressive consistency in the opening half of the marathon. Initially pacing at 8:25 min/mile for the first two miles, she transitioned smoothly through miles 3 to 6 with an average pace near 8:47 min/mile. She had a significant position uptick, reaching 9th in her division by mile 9 while maintaining an 8:44 min/mile pace. Notably, the first half of the race saw her placing consistently in the top 15 for her division among female participants aged 50-54. In the latter half, Lora's pace gradually slowed, with mile splits peaking at 14:26 min/mile by mile 25. Her final average pace settled at 9:52 min/mile. Despite a dip in placement, Lora managed to complete the 26.2-mile course in 4:18:41, securing 15th place in her division. Continuing to build endurance for the later miles could enhance race day results in future events. Her participation among a field of 1,393 is commendable, showing her dedication and resilience.