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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Artisha Harrison #11732 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 Splits with Late Variations Artisha Harrison from Park Forest, IL, showcased a steady performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon. Notably, her initial splits from mile 1 through 4 were steady, ranging from 10:15 to 10:22 min/mile. Mid-race, the pace slightly slowed with a decrease around mile 5 and 6, showing some variability towards the end. Her fastest mile was at the 7th, clocking in at a 9:45 min/mile split, indicating a strategic push mid-race. The overall average pace was 11:59 min/mile over the 26.2-mile course. While she ranked 101st in her division, a closer analysis highlights a consistent distribution of pace with late-race variations. Encouraging progression could come from maintaining that early miles' pace and gradual improvements in later segments. Ranking 980th out of all female participants in an event with a total of 3624 participants is commendable, emphasizing her commitment and endurance throughout the race. Keep harnessing that mid-race vigor for future competitions.