Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Jan-Christine Looney #3366 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Improvement with Strong Finishes Jan-Christine's performance in the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston marathon was marked by notable progress and consistency. Completing the 26.2-mile race in 3:58:11, she maintained an overall pace of 9:05 min/mile, securing the 24th spot in her F35-39 division out of 1398 participants. A standout moment was her impressive 5th-mile split of 6:04, reflecting significant potential for speed. Her overall ranking at 492 highlights her steady performance amidst a competitive field. Compared to her 2025 marathon, Jan-Christine improved her place in the division remarkably from 96th to 24th. The early part of the race featured progressively quicker splits, with her pace peaking at mile 5. Toward the end, there was a gradual decline in pace, with the final mile completed in 9:47. Focusing on maintaining those early race paces throughout could further elevate her performance in future races.