Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Leander Reid #23260 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 Start, Varied Pacing Leander Reid completed the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon in 2:42:01, maintaining an average pace of 12:22 minutes per mile. He showed a strong start, with a 10:31 minute pace on the first mile. His pacing varied, with the fastest split being 9:33 in the third mile and the slowest at 15:42 in the twelfth mile. Notably, his third and sixth mile splits demonstrated stronger pacing at 9:33 and 9:53, respectively, suggesting potential areas for targeted pacing strategies. Overall, Leander secured 152nd place in his M40-44 division out of 3859 total participants, indicating steady participation. Throughout the race, Leander's placement fluctuated which might indicate pacing adjustments could further enhance his performance. It could be beneficial to focus on maintaining energy levels and a steady pace in the latter stages of the race. Keep up the dedication, and consider focusing on stamina exercises and pacing techniques.