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Date: Aug. 8, 2026 Participant: Grant Shelley #1435 Race: 2026 Runtastic HEBER Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Strong Performance with Minor Pacing Adjustments Grant Shelley, a 13-year-old participant from Orem, Utah, finished the 2026 Runtastic HEBER Half Marathon with an impressive time of 1:14:31. His overall pace was a commendable 5:41 min/mile, highlighting his endurance and consistency across the 13.1 miles. He showcased exceptional performance, maintaining consistent splits at the beginning with two miles at exactly 5:33 pace. Grant's placement fluctuated slightly, initially holding the 2nd position before settling consistently as 3rd by the halfway point. His race began to slow with a 6:06-minute split at mile 6, which was the most significant decrease in pace. Despite this, he strategically picked up the pace in mile 10 with another boost to a 5:28 pace. Fine-tuning pacing strategy for mid-race sustenance will enhance future performance. Grant's results are encouraging at his age, displaying potential for further growth in competitive racing.