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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Michael Monson #1240 Race: 2025 Whidbey Island Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Clear and cool. Perfect running conditions

Consistent Performance with Strong Mid-Race Splits Michael Monson, competing in the 2025 Whidbey Island Marathon, showcased steady pacing and a strong mid-race performance. Starting at a 10:48 min/mile pace in the first mile, Michael quickly improved, reaching a pace as quick as 7:25 min/mile by the second mile. He maintained impressive consistency throughout the mid-race portion, holding steady around 8:08 to 8:18 min/mile between miles 11 and 17. Notably, he achieved a rapid 7:09 min/mile pace at mile 23, illustrating strong endurance. Michael finished the marathon with an elapsed time of 3:46:52, securing 3rd place in his M30-34 age division among 229 participants. His solid pacing strategy allowed him to maintain a top 20 overall placings throughout, and he finished 16th in the male category. Focusing on pacing consistency towards the end, particularly after mile 23, can further enhance future performances. Overall, impressive job on maintaining a disciplined race strategy.