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Date: July 24, 2025 - Pioneer Day Participant: Ashley Paulson #1001 Race: 2025 Deseret News Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Performance with Record Pace in 2025 Ashley Paulson achieved a remarkable performance in the 2025 Deseret News Marathon. She completed the marathon in 2:45:02 with an impressive average pace of 6:17 min/mile, securing 1st place in the female category. This marks an improvement from her previous best in 2023, where she finished in 2:51:26. Her splits reveal a dynamic pace, with the fastest mile at a 5:25 min/mile pace, allowing her to lead the female division from the start. Ashley consistently maintained her lead in the female category, staying in a top position throughout the race. The splits between miles 7 and 20 show a steadiness in pace, despite the challenging mileage. The final segments reflected her stamina and pacing strategy, holding onto a female lead all the way to the finish line. For future races, maintaining this consistency and focusing on pacing in the initial miles can further enhance her performance.