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Date: April 13, 2025 Participant: Mark Eger #35900 Race: 2025 M2B 5K & Half Marathon Combo Challenge Distance: 16.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions. Cool, misty, low 50s.

Dominant Performance in 5K & Half Marathon Combo Challenge Mark Eger delivered an impressive performance in the 2025 Mountains 2 Beach event, completing a total distance of 16.2 miles with an elapsed time of 2:07:28. His average pace was a commendable 7:52 min/mile, securing him the top position in the M50-54 division. Notably, he achieved 5th place overall and among male participants, which is impressive within the field of 60 competitors. Mark's strong showing in the 5K & Half Marathon Combo Challenge suggests an effective pacing strategy, especially transitioning from previous races, including his participation in the same half marathon earlier with a pace of 8:03 min/mile. This suggests a notable improvement in sustained pacing over longer distances. To further enhance his performance, focusing on maintaining consistency in splits could optimize his long-distance strategy. Keep up the hard work, and congratulations on the excellent result!