Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Todd Smith #17218 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish Todd Smith demonstrated a steady performance in the 2026 Mesa Marathon, showcasing consistent pacing throughout the half marathon. Starting with a 10:05 min/mile in the first mile, Todd gradually improved his pace, most notably running the 11th mile at 9:10 min/mile. His overall pace of 9:51 min/mile resulted in a finish time of 2:09:13. While there was variance in placing within his age division, from as low as 48th to 73rd, Todd managed to regain ground, placing 60th in his division at the finish. The mid-race split at mile 6 presented a decrease in pace (11:43 min/mile), which slightly affected the overall performance. Maintaining a more consistent pace in this segment might help improve future outcomes. Notably, Todd's speed in the latter part of the race, finishing strong in the last mile with a 9:10 min/mile pace, indicates potential for adjustments in pacing strategy to optimize race performance.