Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Joshua McKinley #4213 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Significant Improvement and Division Triumph at the REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Joshua McKinley demonstrated remarkable progress at the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon, clocking a final time of 2:41:26 with a steady pace of 6:09 min/mile. Notably, Joshua secured 1st place in the Division M30-34 and achieved an impressive 6th overall among the 1398 runners. His performance shows a dramatic improvement from his previous marathon time of 3:50:21, demonstrating considerable enhancement in speed and race strategy. His split times reveal a strategic approach, with a notable surge from mile 4 to mile 5 where he maintained blistering paces of 5:27 and 4:29 min/mile, respectively. However, the latter stages showed a slight drop in pace, peaking to 7:58 min/mile at mile 26. This suggests potential for optimization in endurance over the closing miles. Overall, Joshua's performance reflects his dedication and adaptability, showcasing his ability to remain competitive in future races.