Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Justin Im #12115 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Effort with Strong Finish Justin demonstrated a consistent performance in the 2026 Mesa Marathon, maintaining a steady pace throughout the 26.2-mile course. His average pace was 14:14 min/mile, with a total finish time of 6:12:55. Notably, his splits indicate an ability to manage his pace with only slight variances, particularly between miles 11 (14:48 min/mile) and 12 (12:49 min/mile). This suggests he effectively used energy management strategies to optimize his marathon experience. Justin's best segment was mile 12, where he improved his positioning significantly, finishing at 1072 overall and 67th in his division. As his coach, consider encouraging him to maintain focus on pacing strategies and developing endurance to maintain his strongest pace sections throughout the entire race. His ability to surge in later stages, as seen in miles 11 and 12, indicates potential for focused training to enhance his overall placement and timing in future events.