Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Tessa Rumfield #3708 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Steady Effort with Strength at the Finish Tessa's marathon performance showed steadiness, starting with a 11:17 min/mile pace. Her early pacing strategy helped her maintain a balanced effort through the first half. Notable improvements were made during mile four with a split time of 10:14 min/mile, indicating a strong capacity to pick up speed. She also managed a time of 10:31 min/mile at mile seven, reflecting her ability to adjust pacing effectively. In the latter part of the race, Tessa held a consistent effort amidst increasing elapsed paces. Her final push was strong, achieving notable placements in her division towards the end. To enhance future performances, focusing on maintaining a firm pace for the longer stretches of the course could prove beneficial. Overall, Tessas steady pacing and strength in the early to mid-segments of the marathon are commendable and show great potential for future races.