Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Joshua Schreck #19318 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 Delivers Strong Half Marathon Finish Joshua Schreck maintained a consistent pace throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon half marathon, completing the race in 1:31:50, with an average pace of 7:00 min/mile. This performance positioned him 329th out of 3,859 participants overall, and 221st among his male counterparts. In the M25-29 division, he recorded a 40th place finish. Notably, his second mile split was one of his quickest, clocking in at 7:15 per mile, while the third mile saw an impressive drop to 6:40 min/mile. By the sixth mile, Joshua was maintaining a steady pace and held a 7:01 min/mile average, progressing into a strong mile 12 split at 6:49 min/mile. His consistent pacing strategy and mid-race surge reflect opportunities for further enhancements. Focusing on sustaining speed in the first half might help future splits. The performance demonstrates dedication and readiness, complemented by his marathon experience, proving consistent efforts pay off.