Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Bobby Anderson #19555 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 Mid-Race Surge Enhances Overall Performance Bobby Anderson delivered a steady performance in the 2025 Mesa Marathon half marathon with an elapsed time of 1:45:27, averaging an 8:03 min/mile pace. Notably, Bobby's pacing in the later miles reflected consistency, particularly between miles 8 and 10, with a split pace of 8:13 min/mile, showing resilience in the race's latter stages. The most notable improvement was seen in the third mile, with a swift 7:30 min/mile pace, demonstrating a strong surge early on. In the category of Male 50-54, Bobby placed 33rd. Throughout the race, he maintained an exceptional drive, as observed with the final mile's pace improvement to 7:48 min/mile, hinting at a strong finish. While the initial split started at 8:39 min/mile, the subsequent reductions in pacing shown in miles 3, 5, and 6 are commendable. Building on this progress by tightening the early pace could enhance future performances even further. Keep up the great teamwork with Greenfield Ward Runners!