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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Ethel Belair #15377 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.

Pacing Improvements in the Mesa Marathon Ethel Belair from North Miami maintained a consistent pace throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon. Her overall time for the half marathon was 2:30:16, resulting in an average pace of 11:28 per mile. Ethel showed strength in the final stages of the race, with her fastest split occurring at mile 13 with a pace of 10:45 per mile. In terms of division standing, she finished 61st in the F55-59 age group. Ethel steadily improved her pace as the race progressed. The third mile was a highlight, carrying an impressive pace of 10:42 per mile. This improvement indicates potential in maintaining speed over longer distances. Strategically, slight variation in pacing can suggest opportunities to enhance endurance for future races. Continuing to build on this solid foundation could lead to even stronger finishes. Keep up the disciplined training with Black Girls RUN! to capitalize on your pacing strengths.