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Date: April 13, 2025 Participant: Case De Jong #1707 Race: 2025 M2B Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions. Cool, misty, low 50s.

Consistent Pacing with Notable Progression Case De Jong maintained a steady and impressive performance during the 2025 Mountains 2 Beach Marathon. Consistently strong from the start, Case completed the marathon in 3:09:23, achieving a solid average pace of 7:13 min/mile. Impressively, Case finished 19th in the M20-24 age division out of more than 200 participants in the division, showcasing competitive edge and stamina. Case's pacing strategy shows promising signs of progression throughout the race. Notable splits include the 16th mile, completed in 7:06, and the 17th mile, achieved in a brisk 6:56. These splits indicate a capacity for increased speed even after long distances. Future efforts could focus on maintaining the early pace gains for a longer stretch, potentially improving placement overall. Adaptations to the training regimen focusing on speed endurance might enhance these areas even further. Overall, an impressive display of control and endurance.