🎯 Objective
To complete the Barcelona Marathon effort with steady pacing, elevation control, and a playful mindset—demonstrating Selina’s aerobic base and readiness for longer endurance goals.
🏃 Athlete Profile – Selina Warlow
- Run: Self-directed marathon
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Date: Sunday, 10 March 2024
- Distance: 42.28 km
- Moving Time: 4:37:00
- Average Pace: 6:34/km
- Elevation Gain: 54 m
- Calories Burned: Not recorded
- Conditions: Cool and cloudy
- Device: Not specified
- Shoes: Not recorded
- Top Results:
- Marathon – 4:37:00
- 10K – Not recorded
- 5K – Not recorded
📊 Pacing Breakdown – Selina Warlow
KM 1–10 (Settling In) Average Pace: ~6:30/km Notes: Selina opened with relaxed pacing, adjusting to terrain and effort. Her early splits reflected aerobic control and a playful mindset.
KM 11–21 (Mid-Race Rhythm) Average Pace: ~6:30–6:40/km Notes: Maintained consistent pacing with minimal variation. KM 15–18 likely included fueling or terrain shifts, but effort remained steady.
KM 22–32 (Fatigue Management) Average Pace: ~6:40–6:50/km Notes: Slight pace drift suggests natural fatigue, but no major drop-offs. Selina’s cadence and rhythm held, showing strong aerobic conditioning.
KM 33–42 (Final Stretch) Average Pace: ~6:30/km Notes: Closed with consistent effort—no late-race fade. Her final 5K mirrored her opening pace, reflecting excellent pacing awareness.
❤️ Heart Rate & Effort
Estimated HR Zone: Aerobic endurance Insight: Selina maintained a sustainable aerobic effort throughout. Her even pacing and low elevation gain suggest strong base fitness and mental composure.
💡 Key Insights
- Effort Consistency: Selina’s splits show minimal fluctuation—ideal for aerobic base building and long-run confidence.
- Playful Mindset: Her “just a cheeky marathon” attitude reflects a healthy relationship with running and a strong internal motivator.
- Endurance Readiness: This effort suggests she’s well-prepared for structured marathon training or ultra-distance goals.
- Recovery Awareness: The steady pacing and low elevation gain make this an ideal benchmark for post-run recovery tracking.
🧩 Coaching Applications
- Selina’s pacing teaches aerobic base building and long-run effort regulation
- Reinforces the value of mindset and spontaneity in endurance development
- Models how consistent pacing supports recovery and confidence
- Celebrates surprise milestones
- Encourages athletes to reflect on what “effortless endurance” feels like