Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Bridgit Egosque #16125 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 and Strategic Finish in Half Marathon Bridgit Egosque completed the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with a time of 1:59:28, averaging a pace of 9:07 min/mile over the 13.1 miles. She displayed consistent pacing, with the fastest split recorded at mile 13, clocking in at 8:23. Notably, her position improved in the last stretch, resulting in a favorable finish in her division, placing 76th in the F40-44 category out of 80. Throughout the race, Bridgit maintained her pace, particularly shining in miles 3 and 6 with splits under 8:30, aiding overall incremental progress. Compared to previous participation in the Mesa Marathon Half Marathon in 2022, this year's race saw a slight increase in total time but reflected a consistent effort amidst increasing participant numbers. Bridgit's steady pacing suggests continued involvement with her team, Las Sendas Run Bike Tri Club, is beneficial. For future races, focusing on maintaining faster paces in later miles could potentially enhance overall performance further.