Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Cheryl Biesiada #15439 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 Splits and Strong Pace in Half Marathon Cheryl Biesiada showcased a strong performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half, maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race. She completed the 13.1-mile course in 2:14:23, resulting in an average pace of 10:15 minutes per mile. Notably, her second mile was her fastest, clocking in at 8:54 per mile, demonstrating her capability to briefly accelerate while sustaining an overall consistent effort. Cheryl showed resilience by managing to maintain a steady pace in the latter miles, with her final mile at a commendable 10:18 pace. Throughout the race, Cheryl's place within the Female 65-69 division ranged from 7th to 13th, securing an impressive 12th place finish in this competitive category. As a member of the 50 States Half Marathon Club, Cheryl continues to display dedication and improvement. Fine-tuning her pace over longer distances and targeting consistent splits might help further enhance her race outcomes. Keep up the commendable work, Cheryl!