Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Lynn Huyen Le #17158 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 Performance with Strategic Pacing Improvements Lynn Huyen Le showcased a steady and strategic race at the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. Starting with a consistent pace of 8:51 min/mile, she improved her pace remarkably to 7:49 min/mile by mile 3. This reflects a tactical push in the early part of the race. Throughout the race, Lynn maintained an average pace close to her starting, ending with an overall pace of 8:53 min/mile for the event. Her consistency and pacing strategy were evident, particularly in maintaining within a narrow range for most of the race. Lynn's split progression provided interesting insights into her racing strategy. Her initial speed boost by the third mile allowed her a strong start, though splits between miles 7-12 saw a slight deceleration, with split paces slightly exceeding nine minutes per mile. A slight drop in place standings occurred during this phase, which could be a focus area for sustained performance. With 13.1 miles in under 2 hours, Lynn demonstrated commendable endurance and pacing management.