Date: May 4, 2025 Participant: Justine Gagne #1484 Race: 2025 REVEL White Mountains Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish in Top Division Justine's performance was a showcase in consistent pacing and strategic execution. Starting with a steady pace of 6:18 min/mile in the first mile, she managed to slightly improve her pace at mile 3 with a 6:15 split. Notably, her split at mile 4 was impressive with a time of 5:59, demonstrating her ability to surge when needed. Despite some variability, Justine maintained an overall pace of 6:48 min/mile, securing her first place in the F25-29 division. Throughout the marathon, Justine demonstrated a strong ability to maintain position, consistently placing in the top five for her gender category. Ending the race with an elapsed time of 2:58:31, Justine finished 63rd overall in a field of 1313 participants, placing fourth among females. By focusing on maintaining her pace, especially in the final miles, she could further enhance her performance in future races.