Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Emma Pitcher #3611 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Strategy with a Strong Start Emma began her marathon with a solid initial mile pace of 10:25. She maintained impressive pacing through the early and mid stages, with her fastest mile split at 8:40 on mile 7. This early consistency positioned her effectively with a mid-ranking in her division. Notably, Emma improved her pace around mile 10, achieving a 9:00 mile, which was a swift comeback after a slower 6th mile. Increased fatigue in the latter portions was evident as her pace slowed, peaking at a 15:27 mile on the 18th. She admirably managed to adjust and finished strong with a final mile of 10:45. Overall, Emma completed the marathon with a consistent overall pace of 11:13 per mile. Her placement in the F19-24 division was 42nd among 47 competitors. Focusing on maintaining the early momentum in future races could lead to even better performances. Well done on your steady effort, Emma!