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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Joshua Henninger #1598 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climb with Room for Growth Joshua Henninger completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 6:08:40, averaging a pace of 27:35 min/mile over 13.36 miles. Starting strong at Ruxton with a 10:19 pace, he encountered significant slowdown beyond 10,000 feet. The stretch from Bottomless Pit to A-Frame showed a notable deceleration, with split times increasing from 45:30 to 38:43. He maintained position well, staying above 1500th overall, even as higher altitude slowed his pace. Joshua demonstrated resilience by finishing 1502nd out of 2049 participants. His pacing at Barr Camp was a manageable 16:51, showing promise in mid-race endurance. With elevation changes, the final stretch from 1 Mile To Go proved challenging, as pace dropped to over 38:00. For future races, focusing on high-altitude training and maintaining mid-race steadiness could enhance his running efficiency, particularly in upper reaches of the course.