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Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Mikey Nelson #3874 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish Mikey Nelson from Orem, Utah, participated in the 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon, achieving an overall time of 1:57:45 with an average pace of 8:59 min/mile. Interestingly, Mikey improved his placement significantly compared to earlier stages of the race. Notably, his placement began at 1167 overall after the first mile and improved to 824 by the 10-mile mark, demonstrating strong pacing and endurance. Throughout the race, Mikey showcased remarkable improvements in split pace, hitting his fastest at mile 5 with a 7:32 min/mile split. His splits varied positively, with a notable improvement from the first mile's 10:54 min/mile to mile 5's 7:32. Although the final miles saw some slowdown, the overall adjustment in pace speaks to the strategic management of effort during critical stages. These insights can be useful for focusing on maintaining the faster paces exhibited mid-race in future events.