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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Stephen Austin #15264 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.

Pacing Insights in the 2025 Mesa Marathon Stephen Austin, representing the 50 States Half Marathon Club, completed the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon in 3:14:46. At age 62, Stephen maintained a steady pace, clocking an average of 14:52 per mile. His performance placed him 61st in his M60-64 division out of numerous competitors. Each split revealed consistent pacing, starting at 10:58 for the first mile and finalizing at 14:52 by the end of the race. Analyzing the splits indicates an opportunity for strategy adjustments on each mile. The initial mile began with a strong pace but progressively slowed, particularly between miles 5 and 8. Focusing on maintaining the pace set at the start or adapting strategic pacing control could aid in consistency across splits. Stephen's perseverance is commendable, maintaining a commanding presence among over 3,800 participants. Future training can prioritize even pacing to enhance overall efficiency and time.