Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Easton Nielson #3522 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Performance and Strategic Gains Easton Nielson demonstrated a strong and consistent race strategy throughout the 26.2-mile marathon. His pacing improved notably over the course, starting with a 9:37 minute mile in the first mile and gradually easing into an 8:13 minute mile pace by mile 17, where he maintained a steady and efficient rhythm. Notably, the pace at mile 4 (7:58 min/mile) and mile 7 (7:47 min/mile) indicated bursts of speed, showcasing his ability to increase intensity at different points. More impressive was Easton's movement in rank. Beginning at 596th place overall, he advanced significantly to finish 304th out of 1398 participants. In his age division M19-24, Easton advanced from 31st to 22nd place, reflecting effective race strategy and stamina. His finishing overall pace was 8:19 min/mile, aligning with his overall progressive improvement. Continuing to build on this pacing strategy could yield even stronger results in future races.