Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Joseph Behling #2790 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Pacing Leads to a Solid Finish Joseph Behling maintained a steady and consistent pace throughout the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon. With an overall elapsed time of 3:40:12 and an average pace of 8:24 min/mile, Joseph stayed competitive within his age group, finishing 24th in the M19-24 division and 227th out of 733 male participants. His pacing strategy is evident in the splits, with notable improvements in his mile times as the race progressed. The fastest split was the 26th mile at 9:27, showing endurance and determination as the race concluded. However, maintaining this consistency during miles 18, 19, and 22 with splits of 8:44, 8:04, and 8:38, respectively, showcased strategic acceleration that helped advance his standing. For future races, exploring strategies to sustain the pace established between miles 13 and 17 could result in even stronger finishes. Keep building on this foundation and aim for faster splits in crucial miles.