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Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Jan Chester Tapia #3616 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing and Gradual Slowdown Jan Chester Tapia displayed steady pacing throughout the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon. Starting with a strong first mile at a 9:39 min/mile pace, he gradually slowed but maintained a respectable average pace. His mile splits ranged from 9:39 to 12:06 min/mile. By the halfway point, Tapia's splits showed consistency, with minimal drop-offs, indicating good pacing strategy and endurance management. While overall placement shifted from 1393 in the first mile to 2834 by the end, Jan maintained close rankings within his division group, highlighting his competitiveness in the M35-39 category. While the latter miles showed a gradual increase in time, targeting consistency in pacing during the final miles could potentially improve overall results in future races. Participating with the "Md Anderson Runners" team, Jan connected with fellow runners, contributing to a committed performance for his half marathon journey.