Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Tim Herzer #15680 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Progress and Strong Finishes Tim demonstrated solid performance in the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon, completing the 13.1-mile course with an elapsed time of 2:11:45 and maintaining an average pace of 10:03 min/mile. His initial mile set a brisk tone at 8:01 min/mile, though his pace varied, with the slowest at mile 6 with 11:22 min/mile. Notable improvements in pacing occurred in the final stretch, showing determination and resilience despite slight deceleration mid-race. He secured 27th place in the M60-64 division among a vast field of 4,125 participants. Comparing his current performance to previous Mesa Marathons, Tim improved from his 2023 performance of 2:13:13 and is close to regaining his peak time from 2025. His pacing strategy reflects both experience and adaptability. To further enhance his performance, focus on consistent pacing across all miles to potentially surpass previous personal records. Keep up the excellent work, with attention to mid-race pacing variations for continued progress.