Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Lori Blackburn #1216 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Performance with Fluctuating Splits Lori Blackburn completed the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon in 2:33:19, demonstrating strong pace management across the 13.1-mile race. Averaging an 11:42 min/mile pace, Lori placed 3rd in the F70-74 division. Her initial split of 9:49 min/mile was her fastest, allowing her to start strong in her division. Although there were fluctuations, Lori maintained her pace well through the middle miles, notably achieving an impressive 9:17 min/mile split at mile 3. In later miles, the pace slowed slightly, reaching 13:39 min/mile by mile 10. Lori's ability to recover pace and maintain her division rank was commendable, revealing her endurance and strategic pacing skills. To improve future race performances, focusing on steady pacing in the latter half of the course could be beneficial. Overall, a strong showing that highlighted consistency and resilience from our team member.