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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Kenneth Kennedy #16976 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 Pace with a Strong Finish Kenneth Kennedy, competing for Team World Vision, delivered a steady performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon in the half marathon category. His overall time was 1:55:28, with an average pace of 8:48 per mile. Notably, Kenneth's pacing improved progressively after each mile, reflecting his ability to adapt and maintain consistency across the course. Kenneth's performance showed marked consistency, with his split times fluctuating just slightly, ranging from 9:37 at mile 4 to an impressive 7:50 in the final mile. His strong finish is commendable, moving him to the 49th position in his age division (M50-54) out of 3859 total participants. Potential areas to refine include maintaining momentum during mid-race, given a slight dip in pace around the midpoint. Overall, Kenneth's pacing strategy was effective and his ability to finish strong sets a great benchmark for future races.