Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Rishit Kashyap #16953 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.

Steady Progress with Consistent Splits Rishit Kashyap maintained a consistent performance during the 2025 Mesa Marathon, demonstrating his ability to sustain his pace in the half marathon event. His average pace of 13:06 min/mile was achieved with relatively consistent split times, with his fastest split recorded at 10:29 in the first mile. Notably, Rishit completed the half marathon with a total time of 2:51:48, highlighting steady progress throughout the race. While moving between the 5th and 6th mile, the pace slightly slowed to 14:07, but he kept it relatively stable until the end, finishing strong with a 12:39 split in the final mile. Within his age group (M15-18), Rishit finished 36th, showing commitment and the ability to manage his pace effectively across an extended distance. Engaging in targeted speed training may aid in improving split times further in future races.