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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Nico Meyer #17516 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 Pacing Leads to Strong Finish Nico Meyer demonstrated solid and consistent pacing throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. Starting with an initial split pace of 8:48 min/mile, he progressively improved, hitting an impressive 6:42 min/mile in the final mile. His average pace was 7:38 min/mile, reflecting a well-managed effort across the 13.1-mile distance. Nico's ability to gradually accelerate, particularly in the second half of the race, highlights a strong endurance and strategic pacing. Finishing with a time of 1:40:12, Nico secured 560th place overall out of 3,859 participants. Within his age division, M30-34, he ranked 79th, exhibiting a commendable performance. Notable improvements were observed in the middle and later splits, suggesting effective race management. For future races, analyze early pace control to possibly unlock further potential and aim for an even distribution of effort for optimal results. Keep focusing on consistency, as it remains a strong suit.