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Date: Oct. 2, 2025 Participant: Laurie Schwartz #378 Race: 2025 GCT | Day 1 Bryce Canyon Trail Race Bryce Canyon Final Loop Distance: 0.0 miles

Consistent Performance with Strong Start and Endurance Laurie Schwartz from Decatur, GA achieved an overall pace of 29:23 minutes per mile in the Trail Race Bryce Canyon Final Loop, maintaining a consistent performance throughout. Her total elapsed time was 2:43:25 for the 5.56-mile course. She started strong with the first 0.55 miles completed in 9:50 at a pace of 17:54, and she secured the first position at the early stages of the race. Though the pace naturally slowed to 34:57 per mile during the third split over 3.65 miles, Laurie demonstrated great endurance by maintaining her position as second female and second overall throughout the remaining distance. Her split paces ranged from 17:54 to 34:57, indicating a steady performance despite elevation gains. Consider focusing on maintaining a more uniform pace in longer sections to enhance overall performance in future races. Keep harnessing your strengths displayed in the initial phases.