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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Elizabeth Scheil #13362 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Performance With Strong Finish Through meticulous pacing, Elizabeth maintained a commendable average of 7:55 minutes per mile over the full marathon, completing the race in 3:27:30. Notably, she commenced with a swift first mile at 7:49 and concluded with an impressive split of 7:39 in the final mile. Elizabeth's strategic pacing allowed her to finish 18th in her division, showing significant strength and resilience in her performance. Statistically, her splits reveal a balanced race with only slight variations in pace. Consistency is highlighted, especially between miles 2 and 14, where she maintained a steady pace in the range of 7:41 to 7:54. While pace adjustments were evident in the later miles, with splits reaching up to 8:33, Elizabeth's ability to recover and finish strong is commendable. Focusing on maintaining even splits through longer distances could enhance future performances. Keep up the excellent work, Elizabeth, and continue refining your race strategies!