Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Katherine Swindle #17335 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish Katherine Swindle completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon half marathon with an overall time of 2:21:15, maintaining a consistent average pace of 10:46 min/mile. Her journey through the splits shows a generally steady performance with a strong finishthe final mile being her fastest at a pace of 9:37 min/mile. Katherine's ability to pick up speed at the end is noteworthy, suggesting room for strategic pacing techniques in the early miles of future races. Throughout the race, Katherine's placement varied. By the 13th mile, she improved her position significantly by regaining 333 places overall from her lowest rank at mile 5. She finished 2536th overall, 1222nd among female participants, and 208th in her division of F25-29. Her affiliation with the team "Nilsen Nine" may provide a supportive environment for training strategies, promoting a more competitive race experience in the future.