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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Kellyn Taylor #18718 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 High Performance with Notable Speed Bursts Kellyn Taylor delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, completing the Half Marathon in 1:09:15 with an average pace of 5:17 min/mile. Out of 3859 participants, she secured an overall placement of 26th and ranked 2nd amongst females. Kellyn demonstrated exceptional consistency in her pacing, maintaining splits mostly within a three-second window around her average pace. A standout performance is highlighted in her 6th mile, where she clocked the fastest split at 4:45 min/mile. Additionally, the closing stretch in the 13th mile rivaled this pace with a 4:46 min/mile. Kellyn's pacing reflected a strategic approach, regaining momentum quickly when it dipped slightly. To further enhance results, maintaining a steadiness in laps 7 through 10 could potentially bring an even more favorable outcome. Overall, she showcased remarkable stamina and speed, especially during the critical phases of the race.