Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Aaron Raisbeck #13156 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Early Pacing, Challenging Finish in Marathon Performance Aaron maintained impressive pacing during the first half of the marathon, often running sub-10-minute miles. Notably, his 12th mile was one of his strongest, completing it in 9:44, where he achieved his best division placing of 61st. His pace peaked around the middle portion of the race, reflecting strategic energy conservation and efficient tempo control. As the marathon progressed, the pace slowed in the latter miles, particularly after mile 20, with some splits exceeding a 13-minute pace. The 19th mile was notably the longest at 13:28. Overall, Aaron finished the 2026 Mesa Marathon in a time of 5:03:01, averaging an 11:33-minute mile, showing a resilient effort to complete the race. To enhance performance, focusing on endurance in the final miles could be advantageous for future races. Keep pushing forward with your training and learn from this valuable experience with the Tonto Rim Runners.