Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Emily Han #20196 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Improvements and Strong Finish Emily Han completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with a notable overall time of 2:00:31, showing a significant improvement from her previous race in 2025 where she finished in 2:09:59. Her pacing strategy paid off, as her average pace decreased from 9:55 min/mile in 2025 to a consistent 9:11 min/mile this year. She began the race with a strong first mile at a 9:29 pace, gradually picking up her speed particularly in the final miles with impressive splits of 8:25, 8:34, and 8:13 min/mile respectively. Emily demonstrated excellent stamina and strategic pacing throughout the race. Efficient improvements were particularly evident in the later stages of her race, suggesting increased strength and endurance. Focus on maintaining a steady pace in the middle sections could bring further gains. Overall, Emily's performance shows an upward trajectory, likely contributing positively to her placement within her age division and gender categories. Keep building on this momentum with regular training.