Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Christie Woodard #19124 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 Pace with a Strong Finish Christie Woodard successfully completed the 2025 Mesa Marathon half marathon in 2:30:17. With an impressive consistency in her pacing, her overall average pace was 11:28 minutes per mile. The race saw her maintain steady performance across the early miles, highlighted by a strong third mile split of 10:49. This demonstrates her ability to accelerate mid-race. Notably, her strategy yielded a final mile split time of 10:24, the fastest of the race, showcasing her ability to finish strong. Throughout the race, Christie maintained her position consistently, finishing 1275th among females and 111th in her age division (F50-54) out of 3859 total participants. Joining the race as a member of the 50 States Half Marathon Club, her participation added to her experience and contribution to her team. Focusing on slightly tightening her pace consistency could enhance future results. Keep the momentum going into the next race.