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Date: July 24, 2025 - Pioneer Day Participant: Team JR Benson #1609 Race: 2025 Deseret News Marathon Relay Distance: 26.2 miles

Striking Consistency with a Strong Finish Team JR Benson, aged 43 from Cottonwood Heights, UT, exhibited an impressive marathon relay performance at the 2025 Deseret News Marathon. The team completed the 26.2-mile relay in 3:09:13, maintaining a steady pace of 7:13 minutes per mile. Notably, the team placed first in their gender category. The race showcased remarkable initial mile times, starting strong with a 5:58 and 5:51 pace in the first two miles. While there was a slight deceleration in the middle segments, they regained impressive speed in miles 12 through 15 with intervals under 6:45 per mile. The performance trajectory stabilized during later miles, consistently holding a pace slightly over 7 minutes per mile. The final sections retained this steady pace, culminating in a robust finish. Adjustments in pacing between miles 6 and 10, characterized by deceleration, could be examined for future gains. This solid performance underscores the value of consistent pacing and early strategy execution.