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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Jennifer Galasso #1283 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Notable Improvement in High-Altitude Performance Jennifer Galasso completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an impressive improvement in her performance metrics. Her total elapsed time was 5:20:55, marking a significant reduction of 37 minutes and 33 seconds from her previous attempt in 2024, where she clocked in at 5:58:28. Her overall pace improved from 26:49 min/mile to 24:01 min/mile, underscoring her enhanced endurance and pacing strategy on this grueling half marathon course. Focusing specifically on the high-altitude sections, Jennifer maintained consistent effort, especially during the last challenging stretch. On the final uphill mile, her split pace slowed to 36:46 min/mile, which is expected at elevations reaching up to 14,000 feet. Notably, her improvement saw a climb from 41st to 25th place within the F50-54 division. Continual emphasis on altitude training and pacing could further bolster her remarkable performance in future high-altitude events. Her perseverance and training dedication are evident.