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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Lauren Mullen #1004 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performance with Strong Start Lauren Mullen demonstrated a solid performance at the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, completing the half marathon distance of 13.36 miles in an elapsed time of 4:07:02. Her average pace was 18:29 minutes per mile. Particularly noteworthy was her initial split; she covered the first 0.43 miles in 3:31, showcasing a swift 8:11 pace. This momentum moved her up significantly, as she went from 463rd to 308th place in overall standings early in the race. As expected, Lauren faced challenges as she climbed towards the summit, impacting her pace. Her split times gradually increased, and the most significant slowdown occurred in the last 0.53 miles with a pace of 25:14. Despite the increasing difficulty, she maintained a steady position throughout the race, finishing 422nd overall and 15th in her division. A possible area to focus on could be pacing strategies for the high-altitude sections to maintain consistency.