Aaron Gruen #16478
Half Marathon
February 8, 2025
1:02:47
Chip Time
4:47
Pace (min/miles)
13.1
Distance
PERFORMANCE
2
3856
Overall
2
1766
Male
2
251
M Overall
Rankings

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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Aaron Gruen #16478 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 Speed & Strong Finish Aaron Gruen demonstrated commendable consistency and speed during the 2025 Mesa Marathon. From the very start, he maintained an impressive pace with the first two miles clocked precisely at 5:05 min/mile. His pace improved significantly halfway through the race, with a standout split of 4:29 min/mile recorded between miles 2 and 3. Notably, he achieved a leading position at the 4-mile mark, showcasing his capability to push ahead of competitors. Impressively, Aaron finished the race with a total time of 1:02:47, sustaining a remarkable average pace of 4:47 min/mile. Throughout the race, Aaron skillfully managed to secure second place overall in a field of 3,859 participants. Consistency was key, as he maintained his rank predominantly in the top three for each split and concluded the event as the second male finisher. Consider focusing on slight improvements in middle splits to steadily progress in future races.