Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Brigitte Fasciotto #11310 Race: 2025 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Effort with Room for Refinement Brigitte Fasciotto, from Erlanger, KY, delivered a steady performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, covering the 26.2-mile course with an overall time of 6:12:38. Throughout the race, her pace varied slightly, starting strong with an 11:49 min/mile in the first mile and maintaining splits primarily in the 12 to 14 min/mile range. While her pace tapered slightly, she maintained admirable endurance across the long distance. Notably, Brigitte secured the 12th position in her division of F65-69, showcasing her competitive spirit within her age group. Analyzing the splits, the 5th mile at 14:35 min/mile and 25th mile at 16:45 min/mile marked the slowest, indicating potential areas for improvement in pacing strategy toward the latter parts of the race. Her involvement with the 50 States Half Marathon Club suggests valuable experience, which can be leveraged for further refinement. A focus on maintaining consistent pace during the later miles could enhance future performances.