Results/Photos

Date: Aug. 1, 2026 Participant: Monnica Skinner #8017 Race: 2026 Vacation Races | Rocky Mountain Half Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Improvement Demonstrated Throughout the Race Monnica Skinner completed the 2026 Rocky Mountain Half Marathon with an official time of 4:08:11, averaging an 18:56 min/mile pace. This performance shows a notable improvement from her previous year's pace of 19:13 min/mile for the same event. She maintained consistent mile splits, with significant progress in pacing, most evident in the second half of the race where times dropped to sub-19 min/mile paces. The fastest split was logged at mile 11, accomplished in 17:31. A consistent pacing strategy was evident as Monnica delivered a split time improvement in at least three portions of the race compared to the benchmark pace from last year. Her development is commendable, especially reflected in her endurance over the longer distance. Continued focus on pacing and maintaining the momentum seen in the final miles could yield even further advancements in future races. Well done, Monnica!