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Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Melanie Hering #1625 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Splits with Strategic Acceleration Melanie maintained a consistent pace throughout the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon, averaging a 9:44 min/mile. Notably, the fastest split was 9:18 during the 7th mile, showcasing Melanie's ability to strategically accelerate mid-race. Her split times between miles 3 and 7 were particularly strong, mostly hovering around the 9:20-9:30 range. While her early splits were steady, there was a slight deceleration in the final miles, culminating in a 10:27 min/mile pace for the 12th mile. Melanie placed 107th in her division (F30-34) out of 1880 total participants. She ranked 545th among female participants and finished 1880th overall. Compared to her previous 10K race in 2024, where she averaged a 9:00 min/mile pace, there is a noticeable difference. Considering the half marathon's extended distance, endurance building could further refine future performances. Overall, Melanie's pacing consistency and mid-race acceleration were highlights of her race strategy.