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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Bryson Murset #17630 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.

Solid Improvement on Half Marathon Splits Bryson demonstrated consistency during the 2025 Mesa Marathon half marathon. His performance showcased splits that fluctuated slightly, especially maintaining a consistent pace below 12 minutes in the initial miles. The first mile at 11:08 min/mile indicated a strong start, while the second-mile improved pace of 10:48 min/mile highlighted potential for pacing strategies. Notably, he recorded his quickest split for mile 13 at a 11:24 min/mile pace, showing a strong finish. Analyzing the splits, Bryson's pace gradually slowed through the middle, with a peak split time of 15:32 min/mile at mile 12. Overall, he finished in 2:45:04 with an average pace of 12:36 min/mile, ranking 207th in his division M25-29, indicating room for pacing improvement. While his final time was not his fastest, this event marked noticeable endurance gains, surpassing his previous marathon pace of 11:56 min/mile. Working on reducing variations between splits and maintaining steady pacing could optimize future races.