Date: May 4, 2025 Participant: Ryan Stith #2166 Race: 2025 REVEL White Mountains Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Pacing and Consistency Ryan demonstrated a consistent performance at the 2025 REVEL White Mountains marathon. Over the course of the marathon, he maintained an average pace of 7:24 min/mile, spanning the entire 26.2 miles. Notably, his fastest mile was recorded in the 4th mile with a 6:06 min/mile pace, showcasing his ability to surge early. Throughout the race, his pace dynamics shifted slightly, with a gradual decline from an initial 6:54 min/mile in the first mile to 7:24 min/mile by the race's conclusion, highlighting the challenges of maintaining top-speed throughout a marathon distance. Ryan's placement metrics provide insight into his competitive standing. He held onto the 25th position in the M35-39 division and positioned himself among the top 12% of total participants, placing 155th out of 1313 runners. It may be beneficial to focus on endurance training to sustain higher speeds over the latter miles. Overall, his performance reflects commendable pacing with room to better handle the later stages of the race.