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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Courtney Olsen #19303 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.

A Consistent Victory in Division Performance Courtney Olsen, a 37-year-old runner from Bellingham, WA, showcased steady pacing and top-tier division performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon's Half Marathon. Throughout the 13.1 miles, Courtney maintained a remarkable overall pace of 5:59 min/mile. She consistently led her division (F35-39), culminating in a first-place finish in that category. Notably, she achieved a fast start with her quickest split at mile 3 with a pace of 5:28 min/mile. While maintaining a competitive pace throughout the race, her most rapid increase in speed was evident between miles 12 and 13, closing strong with a split of 5:27 min/mile. This strategic push indicates a strong finish and excellent energy management. To further refine race strategy, consider analyzing splits between miles 9 and 10, where a marked decrease in speed occurred, running at 7:18 min/mile. Focusing on this segment could bring improvements, maintaining consistency across all splits.