Date: November 8, 2025 Participant: Brian Nguyen #2192 Race: 2025 REVEL Big Bear Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Mid-Race Acceleration with Consistent Finish Brian Nguyen demonstrated notable pacing throughout the 2025 REVEL Big Bear Half Marathon. Starting with a 7:23 min/mile pace, Brian managed to significantly improve his speed by the third mile, clocking a split pace of 6:52 min/mile. This acceleration contributed to moving up in the overall rankings from 402nd to 287th within the first three miles. Brian maintained a steady rhythm, posting consistent 7:07 min/mile splits at miles five and six, showcasing his strategic pacing skills. The most impressive mile was the seventh, with a split pace of 6:36 min/mile, advancing his position to 283rd overall. Although some later splits were closer to his initial pace, Brian successfully finished the race with an overall time of 1:36:54, averaging a 7:23 min/mile pace. To continue improving, Brian might focus on managing pacing consistency in the latter half of the race. His performance placed him 17th in the M35-39 division.