Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Hashim Al-Battah #14418 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace with Last Mile Surge Hashim maintained a steady performance throughout his half marathon, showcasing consistent pacing. He completed the 13.1-mile course with an overall time of 1:49:18 and an average pace of 8:20 min/mile. Notably, his early miles remained tightly grouped concerning pace, managing an impressive 8:08 min/mile in the first mile and maintaining similar pace fluctuations. Hashim's most efficient sections were the first and third miles, clocking split paces of 8:08 and 8:06, respectively. Impressively, Hashim closed strong, moving from a split pace of 8:26 in mile 12 to 8:23 in mile 13. This suggests a well-planned energy reserve towards the end, aiding his overall performance. While his placement within the M25-29 division was 95th, focusing on maintaining a slightly faster pace mid-race could benefit future endeavors. His participation with the PHX Run Club demonstrates a solid team environment, which could further support performance improvements. Consider adding interval training or speed work to develop a stronger push in the middle sections of the race.