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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Haden Shevalier #13774 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.

Consistent Pacing Leads to Personal Best Haden Shevalier delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, finishing with a remarkable time of 3:10:51, maintaining an average pace of 7:17 min/mile. Notably, Haden improved his overall placement to 353rd out of 3,624 participants. His performance stood out in his division (M25-29), securing 56th place. What's noteworthy is his strong finish, particularly between Miles 19 to 21, where he achieved a notable pace surge, with split paces of 6:37 min/mile at Mile 19 and 7:32 min/mile at Mile 21. Haden's improvement over the years is evident when compared to his previous Marathon finishes at the Mesa Marathon, with times of 3:45:34 in 2022 and 3:29:34 in 2023. His consistent decrease in elapsed time showcases his commitment and strategic pacing. While the majority of splits hovered around a 7:17 min/mile pace, exploring further optimization in the latter race segments could enhance future performances. Overall, a commendable achievement reflecting hard work and strategic execution.