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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Deborah Eckhouse #2324 Race: 2025 Whidbey Island Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Clear and cool. Perfect running conditions

Consistent Excellence and a Strong Finish Deborah Eckhouse delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Whidbey Island Half Marathon. Her race strategy was commendable with consistent pacing throughout. Starting with a swift first mile at 6:14, she maintained her stamina and rhythm, never letting her pace drift past 7:07 min/mile. Notably, her splits reflect a well-paced approach, with a standout final mile at 6:12, which was her fastest of the race. Her consistent pace contributed to her clocking an overall time of 1:26:45, averaging 6:37 min/mile. A remarkable standout is her consistent top placement, maintaining the 1st position in the female division throughout the race. This achievement underscores her endurance and speed. For future races, maintaining her mid-race pace around the 6:22 mark seen at mile 4 could potentially further enhance her overall time. Keep refining that pacing strategy, and you’ll continue achieving great results. Great job!