Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Cary Moorhead #2779 Race: 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Strides Lead to Steady Finish Cary Moorhead completed the 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon with an overall time of 3:38:01, maintaining a steady average pace of 8:19 minutes per mile. Cary showed tenacity, gradually climbing in his division from 41st place during the first mile to finishing 23rd out of 49 in the M60-64 category. Notably, his pace showed consistency, with a slight acceleration noticeable between miles 8 and 16, where his pace improved to 8:14-8:11 min/mile. Throughout the race, Cary managed to adjust his pace strategically. There was a notable decrease in pace during the last few miles, ranging from 8:42-8:35 min/mile; analyzing this period could reveal potential opportunities for improvement. Overall, maintaining his position in the top third of his age division reflects solid preparation. Cary's stamina and endurance are evident in his ability to sustain a consistent effort over the marathon distance. Focusing on refining second-half pacing might present substantial gains in future performances.