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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Monica Shannon #13758 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 Performance with Opportunities for Consistency Monica Shannon showcased a steady pace throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon, completing the 26.2-mile race in 5:38:09 with an average pace of 12:54 min/mile. Her early miles were strong, with consistent pacing around 11:06 to 11:31 min/mile. Notably, she began with an impressive first mile at exactly 11:06 min/mile. As the race progressed, there was some slowing, specifically in miles 21 and 23, which displayed split paces of 15:39 min/mile and 15:56 min/mile, respectively. Maintaining strength until mile 18, Monica held a steady rhythm. While she showed persistence, maintaining a more constant pace later in the race could result in overall time improvement. Her placement was 107th in the F45-49 division out of 116 — an indicator of the competitive nature of her division. Staying part of the SWET team will benefit her future marathon strategies and pacing techniques. Keep focusing on consistency, and you'll see progress!