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Date: July 24, 2025 - Pioneer Day Participant: Josh Nichols #1550 Race: 2025 Deseret News Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Progress and Stronger Finish Josh Nichols delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Deseret News Marathon, finishing his half marathon with a time of 1:10:48. His average pace was a consistent 5:24 min/mile. Remarkably, Josh displayed strong pacing, highlighted by a robust final few miles maintaining a pace of around 5:12-5:14 min/mile. Particularly noteworthy are his middle splits, with mile 7 clocking in at a swift 5:14 min/mile, indicating a strong surge in pace. Compared to previous races, Josh has shown significant improvement year over year. His time has decreased from 1:19:55 in 2022 to 1:10:48 in 2025. His overall position improved to 14th, matching his 2023 placement but with a faster finishing time. This consistent improvement in both time and pace underscores his growing proficiency and strategic planning in long-distance racing. Maintaining this focus on refining his finish could solidify his standing in future events.