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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Elke Hermann #15661 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Solid Start Elke Hermann completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon in 2:07:35, marking an average pace of 9:44 min/mile over 13.1 miles. Notably, she started strong with a 9:05 min/mile pace for the first mile and maintained a sub-9 minute pace in the early splits, indicating an initially strong performance. The fastest split was recorded at the second mile with an 8:43 min/mile pace, showcasing strength in the early part of the race. As the race progressed, pacing steadily increased, reaching 11:27 min/mile by mile 10. Despite the gradual slowdown in pace, Elke secured a notable 3rd place in her division during the early stages of the race. Maintaining consistent effort through the middle miles could improve overall results, given prior performances in similar races like the 2018 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with a 9:22 min/mile pace. Continued focus on sustaining early momentum can be beneficial in future races.