Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Dorene Oettel #17751 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 Room for Gains Dorene maintained a steady pace throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. Her pacing ranged between 14:03 and 19:42 min/mile, with her fastest pace at 13:37 min/mile during the third mile. Notably, her completion time was 3:30:57, achieving an overall pace of 16:06 min/mile. Dorene's placement in the F70-74 division showed consistency, noting 15th out of the participating competitors. Her performance remained steady, yet observing earlier race data hints at capability for quicker times. While her results were solid, identifying opportunities for enhancement can be worthwhile. Compared to her 2022 and 2023 performances, there has been an increase in time. Reviewing the factors contributing to such variations could offer valuable insights. The trend suggests a need for slightly more emphasis on consistent speed work or adjustments in the later miles. Dorene’s overall dedication is commendable, and there's potential to return to quicker completion times observed in prior marathons.