Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Lizeth Cheno #14927 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Early Pacing, Slower Finish Lizeth Cheno competed in the 2026 Mesa Marathon half marathon, covering the 13.1-mile course in 2:59:23, with an overall pace of 13:41 min/mile. Early on, Lizeth maintained a steady pace, starting with a 12:02 min/mile for the first mile. Her pace fluctuated between 12:08 and 13:00 min/mile for much of the race, indicating solid pace management initially. She achieved her fastest mile at a 10:47 min/mile pace during the third mile, showcasing strong potential. As the race progressed, Lizeth's split times gradually increased, with mile splits extending to over 16 minutes by the final stages. Notably, the 11th mile recorded at a pace of 16:18 min/mile and the 12th mile at 17:04 min/mile presented the greatest challenges. Despite the slower finish, she showed determination throughout. Future focus on endurance could be beneficial for maintaining a more consistent pace in later miles. Well done, Lizeth! Keep building on your strengths.