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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Nicole Charlton-Nauroth #15739 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 Strong Finish Nicole Charlton-Nauroth, at age 51, from Ewing, NJ, showcased consistent pacing in the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. Her overall time was 2:32:20, covering the 13.1-mile course with an average pace of 11:37 min/mile. She represented the 50 States Half Marathon Club and ranked 118th in the F50-54 division. Impressively, Nicole's pacing revealed gradual improvements; her quickest split was recorded between miles 2 and 3 with a 10:19 min/mile pace. Nicole's performance remained steady through the race, reflecting only minor fluctuations. Her split times ranged mostly between 11:14 and 12:55 min/mile. Notably, she improved her overall standing as the race progressed, especially when her pace picked up to 11:00 min/mile in the final mile. Nicole's dedication is evident, and maintaining focus on the initial few miles could help optimize her future race performances. Congratulations on a commendable effort and a strong representation of her team!