Results/Photos

Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Steve Dushenko #2223 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Start with Consistent Early Pacing Steve, a 43-year-old runner from Jeffersonville, VT, displayed a commendable start at the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon. He managed to steadily improve his pace from 10:45 min/mile at the 1-mile mark to a notable 9:34 min/mile by the 6-mile marker, reflecting a disciplined acceleration phase. This strategic approach also resulted in a significant rise in standings, jumping from 1052 overall at the 1-mile mark to 602 after the 3rd mile. His middle-of-the-pack placement within his division (M40-44), peaking at 51, was promising. Towards the latter stages, while maintaining a steady pace, Steve experienced a deceleration in the final 10 miles, with mile 26 clocking at 13:52 min/mile. While his overall place was 1260 out of 1834, his ability to keep a consistent pace of 11:39 min/mile over the course demonstrates solid endurance. Fine-tuning pacing strategies across the last segment of the race could enhance his future performance.