Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Rushelle Kiesel #3285 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Pacing and Improved Performance Rushelle Kiesel maintained a commendable pace, achieving a final marathon time of 3:56:32, translating to an average pace of 9:01 minutes per mile. Her pacing showcased notable consistency, with a mid-race acceleration between miles 8 and 10 that brought her split pace down to 8:31 minutes per mile. The final miles saw slight deceleration, with a pace returning to approximately 9:00, which suggests a tactical energy conservation for the conclusion of the race. In the competitive field of 1398 participants, Rushelle ranked 480th overall and demonstrated significant resilience within her gender and age division. She placed 17th in the F45-49 category, an impressive rank among fellow competitors. Her results indicate strength in steady pacing with minimal variation. The concluding miles displayed room to maintain earlier momentum, which could potentially further improve her standings in future races. Keep focusing on steady splits to optimize performance further.