Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Al-Bakir Ali #5418 Race: 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performance with Targeted Improvements Al-Bakir Ali completed the REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon in 2:16:16 with a pace of 10:24 min/mile. Notably, during the first mile, Al-Bakir set a strong pace at 9:44 min/mile, identical to the fifth-mile split. The quickest split occurred in mile 7, clocking in at 9:14 min/mile, which demonstrates his capability for increased speed in the latter part of the race. In his age division, M35-39, Al-Bakir consistently maintained a respectable position, with the best showing at 37th in the first mile. Although pacing varied, the overall pace remained steady. There's potential for more consistent mile times, particularly focusing on maintaining initial momentum. By concentrating on reducing the slower splits in miles 8 through 10, Al-Bakir can potentially improve performance. Participating with the "Brothers on the Straight Path" team, Al-Bakir showcased dedication and resilience.