Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Melissa Stratton #18630 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 with Notable Split Moments Melissa Stratton demonstrated noteworthy consistency at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, completing the half marathon with a total time of 1:54:25. Her average pace was 8:44 min/mile, positioning her 432nd among female competitors and 32nd in the F50-54 division. Melissa's split times showcased her stamina, particularly a strong 7:53 min/mile pace in the third mile, which reflects potential for further development in early race pacing. The latter part of the race saw slight increases in split times, reaching a peak split pace of 9:16 min/mile in mile 10. This gradual pacing change provides an opportunity to focus on maintaining speed in late stages. Overall, her performance resulted in a 1068th place finish out of 3859 participants. As a coach, I suggest paying attention to consistent pacing strategies throughout the race to improve finish time further. Great job representing Riverton and your team, Running on Empty!