Results/Photos

Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Madeleine Salwen #953 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with Strong Mid-Race Performance Madeleine displayed consistent pacing throughout the half marathon, showcasing her ability to maintain a steady rhythm. Initially starting with an 8:37 min/mile pace, she quickly improved this to a swift 7:41 min/mile pace by the second mile. Her strongest segment was evident between miles 3 and 4, maintaining a solid pace of 7:55 min/mile and significantly improving her overall position to 638th. This indicates a strong capability to push through in the early stages of the race. As the race progressed, there was a slight deceleration, more notable between miles 7 and 9, where her pace slightly increased to around 8:41 min/mile. Despite this, Madeleine maintained her form and concluded with a solid overall pace of 8:15 min/mile for the entire 13.1-mile distance. With a finishing time of 1:48:08, her performance showed solid endurance and strategic pacing. Continuing to focus on sustaining her pace during the later stages could further enhance her race strategy.