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Date: April 13, 2025 Participant: Steven Horowitz #12800 Race: 2025 M2B 5K & Marathon Combo Challenge Distance: 29.3 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions. Cool, misty, low 50s.

Consistent Performance with Notable Division Finish Steven Horowitz completed the 2025 Mountains 2 Beach 5K & Marathon Combo Challenge with an elapsed time of 4:11:24 over a distance of 29.3 miles, resulting in an elapsed pace of 8:34 min/mile. Impressively, he placed 4th in his age division (M45-49), signifying a strong performance relative to his peers. Outpacing many, Steven secured 14th place overall and 10th in the male category among 62 participants. Reflecting on past performances, Steven demonstrated improved consistency in pacing. His marathon pace of 8:38 min/mile, noted in a previous marathon, closely aligns with his current race, showing sustained endurance at longer distances. Interestingly, his pace from a prior 5K showed swift progression, clocking an 8:02 min/mile. For future races, exploring strategies to slightly enhance pacing could further bolster overall results. These statistics highlight both his steady progress and potential for even better outcomes.