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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Dana Hansen #15582 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with Mid-Race Challenges Dana Hansen's performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon shows consistent effort across the 13.1-mile course. Her average pace was 16:01 min/mile, matching her final split closely at 15:54 min/mile. The first mile was her fastest at 15:22 min/mile, demonstrating a strong start. Although she faced a slight slowdown between miles 7 and 9, her pace picked up again towards the end, reflecting effective strategy and stamina. Within the Female 55-59 division, Dana placed 77th out of 150 participants, a commendable middle standing. She maintained steady pacing, avoiding large fluctuations in time per mile. Highlighting an opportunity for improvement, focusing on mid-race consistency, particularly between miles 7 and 9, could help elevate overall performance. Dana's effort positions her well within her division, and her steady pacing lays a solid foundation to build upon in future races.