Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Michelle Martinez #5697 Race: 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Pace Breaks the Barrier Michelle demonstrated impressive consistency and speed throughout the 26.2-mile marathon, finishing with an overall time of 3:50:08. Her average pace was a strong 8:47 minutes per mile. Michelle competed against 2,690 participants, securing 1,476th position overall and 541st among females. Her age category, Female 55-59, had her finish 23rd. In reviewing her performance, Michelle started with a steady pace of 9:47 in the first mile, quickly progressing to more competitive times, consistently maintaining a sub-9-minute pace in the later stages, including an impressive 7:45 pace at mile 22. While her splits largely demonstrated speed, attention to maintaining this pattern could focus on preventing slower splits, such as the 11:24 at mile 23. Overall, her ability to maintain a strong pace throughout varied segments is commendable, setting a strong foundation for future races.