Results/Photos

Date: April 13, 2025 Participant: Caren Ensing #4459 Race: 2025 M2B Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions. Cool, misty, low 50s.

Consistent Effort with Strategic Pacing Caren maintained a steady pace throughout the half marathon, with some variance observed in later splits. Her initial splits showed consistent speed, holding an 8:52 min/mile pace for the first two miles. As the race progressed, her pace decelerated slightly, ending with a 9:38 min/mile average for the event, completing the course in 2:06:12. Caren ranked 49th in the F20-24 division, indicating a respectable finish in her age group. Notably, Caren's pace adjustments between mile 3 and mile 4 could be an area to focus on for maintaining momentum. It's also worth observing the gradual slowing trend from mile 6 onward, suggesting that targeted endurance work might benefit future races. Overall, Caren's performance remained commendable, reflecting determination and the potential for growth with strategic refinement. Keep capitalizing on your strengths, and focus on pacing strategies to improve future outcomes.