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Date: Sept. 13, 2025 Participant: Brett Michels #1151 Race: 2025 Vacation Races | Mount Rushmore Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Strides and a Strong Finish Brett Michels showcased consistency during the 2025 Vacation Races at Mount Rushmore in the Half Marathon event, completing the race in 1:52:23 with an average pace of 8:34 min/mile. His performance secured him 2nd place in the M30-34 division, and he was the 10th male to cross the finish line. Notably, in the strong start and first 2 miles, Brett was among the top 5 overall, highlighting an impressive early pace. Examining the split times, Brett's fastest mile was the 13th at 7:05 min/mile, suggesting a strong finish and good pacing strategy. Between miles 7 and 9, a decrease in pace was noted, with the slowest mile being 7 at 10:49 min/mile. However, Brett's ability to recover and then accelerate demonstrates a capacity for strategy adjustments mid-race. Maintaining a positive trend in splits might lead to enhanced performance in future races.