Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Valerie Bradley #20035 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance with Steady Improvement Valerie Bradley completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with an impressive finish time of 1:36:16. Her average pace was 7:20 min/mile, showcasing consistency across the 13.1-mile course. Valerie demonstrated strong performance, notably outperforming her previous half marathon finish time of 1:39:43 from the 2024 Mesa Marathon where she ran with a 7:36 min/mile pace. Valerie's splits reveal a steady start, with her fastest splits recorded between miles 2 and 3, averaging 7:12 min/mile. Analyzing the later stages, her pace slightly decreased around mile 8 but she managed to regain momentum, closing at a solid 7:17 min/mile for the last mile. This consistent pacing strategy is a great strength, but focusing on maintaining mid-race speeds might enhance her overall standing in future races. Well-done on a noteworthy execution, Valerie, especially within the competitive F35-39 division.