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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Noel Langan #7901 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Improvement with a Strong Finish Noel started the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly half marathon with a steady pace, completing the first four miles with consistent splits of 9:29 min/mile. Notably, beyond mile four, she managed a small yet constant improvement in pace, showing a gradual positive shift. By the fifth mile, she improved her pace to 9:07 min/mile, and this upward trend continued as miles 6 and 7 saw paces of 9:13 min/mile. From mile 8 onward, Noel showcased a commendable acceleration, dropping her pace progressively to an impressive 8:04 min/mile in the final mile. Her finish time was 1:56:33, translating to an average pace of 8:53 min/mile. This strategy paid off with a significant rise in standings, moving from 1617th in gender division early in the race to finishing 1124th. To further enhance performance, consider strategies to increase pace sooner in the race.