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Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Dustyn Taylor #4776 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Effort with Strategic Adjustments Dustyn Taylor's performance at the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon displayed commendable consistency. Starting with a solid 8:58 min/mile pace, he maintained an impressive under 9-minute pace in the initial three miles. Overall pacing stabilized at an average of 9:12 min/mile over the 13.1 miles, with a final time of 2:00:38. His pacing strategy and adjustments, especially after mile four's slower split of 10:48, were effective in regaining and holding a steady pace for the second half. Participating with Sexy Pace Running Club, Dustyn's finish placed him 220th in the M25-29 division amidst 4,907 finishers. Impressively, his pacing improved over the last two miles, with mile 12 clocking at a commendable 9:07 pace. A key takeaway is the potential for slightly more aggressive pacing in earlier segments, without significant energy expenditure, to enhance overall standing. Continuing with focused pacing strategies could lead to even better outcomes in future races.