Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Anne Ruthenbeck #3180 Race: 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish in Marathon Performance Anne Ruthenbeck demonstrated steady performance across her marathon race, maintaining a consistent pace after a quick start. Notably, Anne's pace improved in the initial part of the race, with her fastest split being recorded between miles 2 and 3 at a brisk 7:57 min/mile. This upfront effort showcases her ability to navigate the opening miles effectively while settling into a sustainable pace for the remainder of the race. Throughout the race, Anne balanced her pace well to maintain a final average of 9:00 min/mile. Between miles 15 and 26, her splits remained consistently close, ranging from 8:35 min/mile to 9:50 min/mile. In terms of placement, Anne finished 90th in her age division, which indicates a strong competitive performance in her category. For future races, focusing on pacing over the last miles could further enhance her race strategy as she approaches the finish.