Results/Photos

Date: April 13, 2025 Participant: Veronica Mendoza #5559 Race: 2025 M2B Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions. Cool, misty, low 50s.

Consistent Mid-Race Surge Highlights Performance Veronica Mendoza competed in the 2025 Mountains 2 Beach Half Marathon, completing the 13.1-mile race in 2:13:23 with an average pace of 10:10 min/mile. Her performance showed improved pacing as the race progressed. Starting with a 10:46 min/mile pace in the first mile, she increased her pace significantly by achieving a 9:21 min/mile pace by mile 7, demonstrating effective pacing strategies in the first half. In her age group (F40-44), she secured the 33rd position out of all participants. Her most notable progress was observed between miles 5 and 8, where she significantly reduced her pace from 10:16 min/mile to 9:57 min/mile by mile 8. Maintaining a steady mid-race pace despite a small drop by mile 9 reflects her endurance capabilities. Continue focusing on consistent pacing in the latter miles to enhance overall results.