Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Stephanie Barton #2787 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Steady Improvement in Marathon Performance Stephanie Barton's performance at the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon demonstrated consistent pacing and notable improvements. Her overall time was 4:06:41, with an average pace of 9:24 min/mile over the 26.2-mile course. Early miles were strong, with a highlighted mile at 5 where her split time dropped to 6:36 min/mile. This quick pace improved her standing slightly, showcasing resilience. Moving through the race, her pacing varied slightly but maintained within a narrow range, closing with an 11:01 split in the final mile. From her previous performances, there is a significant trend of improved placement and finish time. She reduced her finish time by 10 minutes compared to her 2024 race and consistently improved her overall ranking, placing 576th this time compared to 1139th in 2023. There is a notable strength in her ability to maintain a consistent mile pace even in the later stages. Working on the final few miles' pace could bring further improvement in future races.