Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Marisol Villagran #18918 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 Effort with Strategic Paced Splits Marisol Villagran showcased a consistent performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with an overall time of 2:36:03, maintaining a steady average pace of 11:54 min/mile over the 13.1 miles. Her strong start with splits such as 9:47 min/mile at the second mile indicates an impressive initial pacing strategy. Her variance in split times, from 10:41 min/mile at the onset to 13:43 min/mile at the 11th mile, suggests energy management throughout the race. Within her division F35-39, Marisol finished 204th out of the total 3859 participants, evidencing her dedicated effort amidst significant competition. Her placement consistently ranged from 104th to 204th within her division, highlighting areas for potential strategic pacing adjustments. Emphasizing early pacing control and maintaining consistent energy distribution throughout could further enhance performance in future races. Well done on representing the Sole Sports team!