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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Joshua Lemair #1147 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Effort Through Altitude Challenges Joshua Lemair completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in 4:28:28, covering 13.36 miles. With a steady overall pace of 20:05 min/mile, he demonstrated endurance and resilience as the elevation rose from 6303 feet to 14061 feet. Notably, his initial pace at Ruxton was a sharp 9:39 min/mile, though it slowed as the altitude increased. Joshua’s performance showed a strategic approach to pacing in high-altitude conditions, maintaining stability through the stages. For instance, at the 7.8 Summit, his pace improved to 15:58 min/mile, showing a surge of strength despite altitude challenges. In the final miles above the tree line, Joshua managed a pace of 28:30 min/mile to finish strong at 14061 feet. Adjustments in early energy expenditure might provide opportunities to reduce later time splits and refine overall pace.