Date: November 8, 2025 Participant: Paula Sanchez #2381 Race: 2025 REVEL Big Bear Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Effort with a Strong Division Finish In the 2025 REVEL Big Bear Half Marathon, Paula Sanchez maintained a steady pace throughout the 13.1-mile race, ultimately completing it in 3:10:26. With an average pace of 14:32 minutes per mile, she involved herself dynamically within a large field of 1808 participants. Notably, Paula achieved an impressive 2nd place finish in the F1-14 division on the 9th mile, showcasing her potential in a highly competitive age group, while consistently placing 7th throughout the majority of her race. Paula's early splits were promising; she sustained sub-10-minute pace in the first mile at 9:15 before gradually settling into a rhythm. She maintained a consistent performance across the course, which is reflected in her placements. While some splits showed incremental pace increases, specifically her last mile time of 16:49, incorporating varied pacing strategies and interval training could provide valuable benefits. Keep up the great work, Paula, and let's focus on refining those impressive racing skills!