Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Chelsey McKenna #2686 Race: 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Splits Amid Progress Chelsey McKenna showed notable consistency in the 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston marathon, maintaining an average pace of 7:47 min/mile over the 26.2 miles. Her first mile began at 7:51 min/mile, with subsequent miles generally hovering around this mark. Notably, Mile 18 marked a slight slowdown to 8:11 min/mile, yet she pushed through, completing the race in 3:24:06. Her performance placed her 44th in the F40-44 division, surpassing expectations based on previous half marathons. In comparison to earlier races, Chelsey's marathon pace is a marked improvement. For example, her 2022 half marathon had an 8:34 min/mile pace, which she bettered significantly over the marathon's greater distance. This progress demonstrates her ability to sustain effort over longer periods and as she continues to focus on maintaining and building endurance, Chelsey is well-positioned for future competitions. Consider working on maintaining consistent pacing in the latter part of the race for even better results.