Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Ellie Reese #5548 Race: 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Pacing Consistency and Strategic Finish Ellie Reese showcased a strong start in the 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon by maintaining an impressive pace of 7:30 min/mile in the first mile. She effectively managed her energy, resulting in a consistent pace throughout, with her final split registering at 8:49 min/mile. The increase from her initial pace presents a potential area for improvement, but the varied pacing across the 13.1 miles reflects strategic adjustments. Overall, her performance placed her 24th in the F19-24 division. Ellie finished the race with a total time of 1:52:53, averaging an 8:37 min/mile pace. Her performance positioned her at 403rd overall out of 1,608 participants and 184th out of all female competitors. While her ranking shifted during the race, maintaining placement within the top 25 of her division demonstrates persistence. Focusing on mid-race pacing could lead to improved results in future events. Overall, it was a commendable effort as part of the Red Rock Running Company team.