Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Daniela Roman #4224 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Pace and Strong Finish Daniela Roman delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon, showing strategic pacing and consistent improvements. Starting with a 9:17 min/mile pace for the first mile, she progressively increased her speed, with her fastest split clocked at a remarkable 5:47 min/mile at the fifth mile. Overall, her average pace settled at 7:55 min/mile for the entire race. Daniela maintained her momentum throughout, rising from 475th overall at the first mile to finish 224th. Notably, she improved her standing in her division, securing a 5th place finish in the F25-29 category out of total participants. Her frequent placement improvements between the fifth and final mile are commendable, reflecting her endurance and competitive spirit. To further enhance future performance, focusing on pacing strategies during early miles could optimize energy conservation, setting up for an even stronger finish.