Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Amy Seagroves #18350 Race: 2025 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Pacing with Opportunities to Harness Endurance Amy maintained a steady pace throughout her half marathon with only minor fluctuations, starting with a 13:15 min/mile in the first mile. Her strongest split was the third mile at 13:10 min/mile, and she concluded the race with an overall average pace of 14:51 min/mile over the 13.1 miles. In her age group category F35-39, she consistently secured mid-race positions, concluding 256th in her division. There was a notable increase in split times during the later miles, particularly between miles 7 and 8, where her pace slowed to over 16 min/mile. She finished with an overall time of 3:14:33 at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, placing 1738th among female competitors. Amy's solid initial pace suggests good pacing strategy, but there is potential to work on endurance to maintain speed in the second half of the race. Keep participating in races to enhance stamina and consistency.