Results/Photos

Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Joyana Tarsa #372 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Strong Division Finish Joyana Tarsa displayed exceptional pacing throughout her marathon, finishing with a time of 3:21:02 and an average pace of 7:40 per mile. Starting with a solid 8:09 split for the first mile placed her 370th overall. However, she quickly improved her pace, consistently running under 8 minutes per mile, showcasing her ability to sustain speed across long distances. Notably, between the 16th and 22nd miles, Joyana maintained a consistent pace of around 7:40, culminating with a notable sprint during the final miles, finishing 12th in her division (F25-29). Joyana's performance highlights her strong pacing strategy and endurance, with a marked improvement in standings from 370th at the start to 248th overall. Her ability to maintain consistency across the race was evident as she climbed in rankings during the middle part, stabilizing her position in the top tier of her division. For future races, maintaining that closing speed displayed in the later miles could yield even better results.