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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Rebecca Hernandez #11824 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.

Consistent Pacing Leads to Strong Division Finish Rebecca Hernandez, representing Too Legit Fitness, delivered a commendable performance in the 2025 Mesa Marathon. She maintained a consistent average pace of 9:01 minutes per mile, completing the 26.2-mile course in 3:56:32. Particularly notable were her splits between miles 19 and 24, where she maintained sub-9:00 minute mile splits at various points, showing a strong mid-race acceleration that improved her overall standings. Rebecca's steady pacing strategy proved beneficial, especially in a competitive setting with 3,624 participants. Her efforts resulted in a 445th-place finish among females and an impressive 19th in her F50-54 age division. Fine-tuning the transitions between pace changes, particularly around miles 5 and 13 where she experienced minor slowdowns, could further enhance her competitive edge. Overall, she showcased a strong running strategy that highlighted her endurance and tenacity.