Date: September 13, 2025 Participant: Zach Shockey #5556 Race: 2025 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance with a Strong Start Zach maintained a remarkable consistency throughout the half marathon, starting with an impressive initial mile at 5:01 min/mile, which positioned him 4th overall and first in his age division. He maintained his pace under 5:30 min/mile for the first 10 miles, demonstrating his stamina and control. His 1:13:58 finish secured him the 1st place in the M19-24 division. As the race progressed, his pace slightly slowed, with the 12th and 13th miles taking him to a 6:30 and 6:37 min/mile pace, respectively. Despite this, Zach showcased a solid performance by finishing 5th overall out of 3972 participants in the 2025 REVEL Big Cottonwood race. In future races, focusing on maintaining strength over the final miles could enhance his finishing times. Keep up the great effort and continue refining strategy to maximize performance.