Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Robert James Andres #1135 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Steady Pacing with Strong Mid-Race Performances Robert James Andres maintained a consistent pace during the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon, showcasing a notable improvement in mid-race splits. Starting with a 9:28 min/mile pace, Robert picked up speed, achieving his fastest split at mile 4 with an 8:10 min/mile, boosting his overall position to 445th. His proficiency in managing pace demonstrated experience, especially when comparing this to his marathon results with an 8:40 min/mile pace. While initial and final splits showed a slower pace, Robert's capacity to push during the middle of the race is promising. Ending with an overall time of 2:04:33 at a 9:30 min/mile pace, he ranked 7th in the M65-69 division, a steady position by category standards. For future events, concentrating on maintaining that mid-race intensity through to the finish could result in improved time and ranking. Keep leveraging this steady pacing ability; it's a strong foundation.