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Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Rubi Leo #2399 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Effort and Gradual Pacing Rubi Leo completed the 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon with a time of 5:46:21, maintaining an average pace of 13:13 min/mile. Her strategic pacing was evident throughout the race, starting at a 10:01 min/mile for the first mile and systematically adjusting her pace with notable splits such as a return to a more focused 10:37 min/mile around the 13th mile. Rubi showed an effective ability to recover speed in various segments, particularly from the sixth mile, picking up to paces under 11:00 min/mile in a 3-mile stretch. She ranked 49th in her division (F 40-44) and 484th in gender, indicating competitive consistency against her peers. Notably, the split from the 20th to the 23rd mile showed a decrease in pace, suggesting an opportunity to enhance endurance towards the marathon's later stages. Integration of targeted late-race strategies during training could yield improved finish times. With her strong consistency and overall performance, its clear Rubi has the foundation to build and continue elevating her marathon results.