Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Colton Johnston #15871 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Progression in Pace Noted Colton Johnston demonstrated consistency and steady improvement throughout the 2026 Mesa Marathon. Starting with an elapsed pace of 10:09 min/mile for the first three miles, he maintained a very consistent overall pace. Notably, Colton picked up the pace in the middle segments, particularly during miles 5 and 8, registering split paces of 9:53 and 9:48 min/mile respectively, showcasing effective pacing strategy over the race distance. His performance in mile 9 with a 9:45 split pace was his fastest segment, indicating good strength in the latter part of the race. End results saw Colton completing the half marathon in 2:13:20, with an average pace of 10:10 min/mile. While Colton secured 1162nd place among male participants and 168th in the M35-39 division, continuing to refine his pacing strategy could yield improved standings. His efforts, especially in the stronger mid-race miles, are positive indicators for future races.