Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Paula Muller #17618 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 Shines Through Paula executed a well-paced race in the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. Covering 13.1 miles with a final time of 1:45:56, Paula maintained an overall pace of 8:05 min/mile. Impressively, Paula started with a 9:16 min/mile and then effectively picked up speed during her second mile, dropping her split times consistently into the low 8-minute range. This pacing precision shows excellent control and strategy. In terms of rankings, Paula finished 16th in her division (F50-54), out of a total of 3859 participants. Notably, she placed 273rd among female participants, showcasing her competitive spirit. The ninth mile, where she clocked an 8:14 min/mile pace, and final stretch at 7:34 min/mile highlight Paula's capacity for a strong finish. Maintaining steady paces across most miles, especially between the fourth and the tenth, signifies a promising performance pattern. Paula, small improvements in the early mile transitions could further strengthen your overall performance. Keep up the great work with SOTREC!