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Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Julie Pennington #2876 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing, Nailing Division Top 20 Julie maintained a steady performance throughout the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon despite a slight decrease in pace over the final miles. Her splits started strong with a 7:29 min/mile on the first mile, progressing to a 7:51 min/mile by the 7th mile. Although the pace slightly slowed to 8:39 min/mile by the 12th mile, she completed the race with a 7:57 min/mile average pace, which is commendable for the 13.1-mile distance. Her overall time of 1:44:16 positioned her 12th in the F35-39 division, confirming her competitive stance within the field. Compared to her performance last year, there's a noticeable difference in pacing strategy, hinting at areas to focus on for time goal adjustments. Julies initial segment speed implies strong opening potential, suggesting that pacing consistency could be advantageous in future races. Her consistent top finishes in her division are certainly noteworthy.