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Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Heather Fisher #1463 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Pacing Adjustments and Consistent Effort Mark Marathon Performance Heather Fisher showcased a strong start in her marathon, opening with a 7:34 min/mile pace. Notably, her early performance positioned her third in the F 50-54 division after the first mile. From miles 6 to 13, her pace saw impressive splits like 8:38 and 8:49 mins/mile, indicating a strategic push. Ultimately, Heather finished the marathon with an elapsed time of 4:32:31, maintaining a consistent overall pace of 10:24 min/mile. She ranked 12th in her division among the 54-year-old category, continuing to show dedication. A standout part of Heather's race was her ability to maintain a steady pace, despite the inevitable slowdowns towards the latter part of the marathon, especially seen in mile 21 with a split time of 15:24. As she continues her journey with the Sole Sisters team, focusing on maintaining end-race stamina could further enhance her performance. Overall, the effort was commendable against a field of 1388 participants.