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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Juan Diaz #23086 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 Speed and Strong Finish Juan Diaz maintained an impressive average pace throughout his Half Marathon at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, clocking in at an overall time of 1:09:33 with an average pace of 5:18 min/mile. Notably, he hit his fastest segment in the third mile, achieving a swift time of 4:51 min/mile. This split time propelled him to maintain consistency throughout the race. Pacing saw slight fluctuations, with the longest split occurring between miles 8 and 9 at 5:35 min/mile. However, Juan managed a strong finishing kick, posting a 5:01 min/mile for miles 7 and 13, showcasing his endurance and strategic pacing. He placed 11th in his division (M25-29), 25th in the male category, and 27th overall in a field of 3,859 participants. This consistent performance suggests focusing on sustaining pace through the middle miles could further enhance future race strategy.