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Date: Aug. 1, 2026 Participant: Stephanie Cole #1700 Race: 2026 Vacation Races | Rocky Mountain Half Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Effort with Strong Finish Stephanie Cole completed the 2026 Rocky Mountain Half Marathon with a final time of 2:35:58, maintaining an overall pace of 11:54 min/mile. Her performance showcased consistency, particularly in the final miles where her pace improved notably. She ranked 17th in the F50-54 age division, a solid showing in a competitive field of 802 total participants. Her split at Mile 6 stands out with an impressive 10:16 min/mile, marking her fastest segment. Notably, she maintained or improved her standing in her division after the halfway mark. For future races, focusing on maintaining the strength demonstrated in the earlier and mid-race sections could aid in achieving an even more impressive overall pace. Continuing to harness this ability to pace well towards the end will contribute positively to overall performance.