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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Molly Fleming #11349 Race: 2025 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Steady Progress with Consistent Splits Molly Fleming, hailing from Surprise, AZ, recently participated in the 2025 Mesa Marathon, clocking a total time of 4:29:49 over the 26.2-mile course, maintaining an average pace of 10:17 min/mile. With an overall placement of 2138 out of 3624 participants, Molly secured a solid standing in her division (F35-39), placing 122nd. Her splits remained remarkably consistent throughout the marathon, showcasing strength in pacing. Notably, her fastest split was mile 4 at 9:25 min/mile, while her most challenging appeared to be mile 8 at 11:30 min/mile. In comparison to her previous half marathon race at the 2024 Mesa Marathon, where she completed 13.1 miles in 1:53:37 at an average pace of 8:40 min/mile, the marathon highlighted different pacing strategies. Evaluating her splits, focusing on maintaining the momentum experienced between miles 4 and 7 could lead to improved performance in future races. Overall, Molly's performance demonstrates a commendable effort and potential for further achievements.