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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Michelle Brooks #15562 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 Mid-Race Surge Michelle Brooks of North Pole, AK, delivered a steady performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon. Completing the half marathon in 2:12:17, she maintained an average pace of 10:05 min/mile. Her pacing exhibited consistency with a notable strong segment between miles 5 and 6, where her pace improved to 9:22 min/mile. This reflects her capability to maintain speed mid-race, despite earlier splits ranging from 9:57 to 10:33 min/mile. Ranked 896th in the female category, Michelle placed 93rd in her F45-49 division. A total of 3859 participants entered, highlighting her ability to sustain a competitive spot across the board. While she began with a 10:33 min/mile, she improved her pace by the middle of the race, which is commendable. Enhancing the pace further on the final stretch could optimize her overall time. Continue focusing on consistent pacing strategies for ongoing success in future races.