Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Lindsay Wood #17679 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with Strong Finish Lindsay Wood completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon in 2:18:27, maintaining a steady pace throughout the race. Her overall pacing was 10:34 min/mile, with improvements in later stages. The splits show an effective approach, gradually increasing her speed, particularly notable with a 9:51 min/mile in mile 13. This boost in the last mile perhaps indicates confidence and strong endurance. Across 13.1 miles, Lindsay placed 172nd in the F35-39 division, out of 4125 participants. Her best position was observed during the eighth mile as she moved up in her gender and division standings. Areas to focus on could include maintaining speed consistency around the middle of the race, especially between miles 4 and 5, which showed increased split times. Continuing to work on this could lead to gains in overall racing efficiency. Overall, Lindsay's performance was commendable, showcasing her capability to balance endurance and speed.