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Date: Nov. 1, 2025 Participant: Margie Palmrose #1386 Race: 2025 Vacation Races | Joshua Tree Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Division Victory Margie Palmrose displayed remarkable consistency and strength in the 2025 Vacation Races Joshua Tree Half Marathon. She completed the race with a time of 2:49:32, averaging an overall pace of 12:56 minutes per mile. Margie's performance stood out, especially in her division, as she secured the 1st place in the F70-74 category. Notable splits include Miles 6 and 8, where she achieved a faster pace of 10:39 min/mile and 11:15 min/mile, respectively, demonstrating her ability to surge at key moments. Throughout the race, Margie maintained a competitive edge, consistently placing within the top half among female participants. Her strategy was evident, managing to adjust her pace effectively after each mile. Moving forward, she may want to review the pacing in Mile 7 to identify adjustments that could be made, as it marked her slowest segment. Overall, Margies strong finish and strategic pacing solidified her standout performance.