Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Molly Bruce #15600 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 Performance with Focused Pacing Molly Bruce, hailing from Cave Creek, AZ, completed the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with a final time of 2:44:38, pacing at 12:34 min/mile. Throughout the race, her splits showcased a steady rhythm, with her fastest mile at a notable 11:38 min/mile during the third mile. Molly's finish placed her 133rd in her division (F50-54) and 1483rd in her gender category among 3859 participants. Notably, Molly maintained a consistent pace despite some fluctuation in her split times, notably a 13:55 min/mile on mile 10. Comparing to her past performances at the 2022 and 2023 Mesa Marathons, where she ran at paces of 10:40 and 10:00 min/mile, respectively, this year's race indicated a change in pacing strategy. There's an opportunity to revisit her pacing plan to align more closely with previous performances, potentially exploring strategies for maintaining pace throughout. Her ability to adjust and adapt mid-race, as seen in the 11th split with a time of 11:47, is commendable and should be nurtured.