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Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Caite Gardner #3201 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Start Caite Gardner from Rexburg, ID, finished the 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon with an overall time of 1:53:58 and a pace of 8:42 per mile. Notably, she excelled in the first half of the race, gradually improving her pace from 8:42 in the first mile to a peak pace of 7:42 in mile five. Throughout the race, she maintained a steady position, placing 325th overall in her gender and 85th in the F 19-24 division. A clear strength for Caite was her gradual improvement in pace during the early miles, showcasing strategic use of energy. However, her pace slowed during the latter miles, notably in miles nine to thirteen, as her pace decreased from 9:31 to 9:28. Focusing on maintaining consistent splits in future races, particularly in later stages, could enhance her overall performance. Keep up the good work and continue to build on this strong endurance base!