Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Michele Olivari #17758 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 with Opportunities for Future Speed Michele Olivari displayed consistent pacing during the 2025 Mesa Marathon half marathon, finishing with an elapsed time of 2:16:53 and an average pace of 10:26 min/mile. Noteworthy splits include maintaining a pace of approximately 10:21 min/mile from miles 4 through 9, showcasing stable pacing in the mid-sections of the race. The most significant improvement can be seen in the fifth mile, which had a split of 9:40 min/mile, indicating a strong effort mid-race. For future races, consider focusing on maintaining that quicker pace observed in mile 6 across more segments. Compared to her previous performance at the 2023 Mesa Marathon, Michele had a slightly slower time this year, with about a 3-minute difference. Analyzing these data points, it might be useful for Michele to incorporate interval training to build sustained speed, which could aid in returning to previous race paces and potentially achieving new personal records.