Results/Photos

Date: Nov. 1, 2025 Participant: Javier Mares #1820 Race: 2025 Vacation Races | Joshua Tree Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Performance with Some Strategic Opportunities Javier Mares delivered a strong performance at the 2025 Vacation Races | Joshua Tree half marathon, finishing with an elapsed time of 1:41:25. His average pace was an impressive 7:44 min/mile, maintaining consistent speed throughout the race. Notably, Javier's pacing strategy was commendable, particularly between miles 6 and 9, where he recorded his fastest paces, hitting a top split pace of 6:52 min/mile by mile 6. This consistency and strategic speed uptick can serve as a solid foundation for future races. In the Men's Division M35-39, Mares showcased exceptional stamina, securing 3rd place out of a competitive field. Maintaining his rank from mile 4 onwards, he demonstrated excellent pacing and controlled progression. Mile 2 offers an opportunity for improvement, as it recorded a slower split pace at 8:45 min/mile. This suggests potential gains in the early stages of the race. Overall, Javier's performance was both steady and promising, indicating his readiness for continued success.