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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Elaina Gleason #6198 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish in Half Marathon Elaina Gleason maintained a steady pace throughout the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon, showcasing remarkable consistency. Her average pace was 10:31 min/mile, with several splits closely aligned. Notable splits include the 5th and 6th miles, which slightly improved to 10:19 and 10:18 min/mile respectively, indicating a brief increase in speed. The final sprint to the finish was the fastest split at 9:58 min/mile, suggesting a strong finish. The race concluded with Elaina completing the 13.1-mile course in a time of 2:17:54. While overall placement was 6284 out of 11,586 participants, a key takeaway is her ability to maintain a steady pace throughout most of the race. It might be beneficial to focus on maintaining consistency in pacing, particularly during the latter miles where some slowdowns were observed. Overall, great job on a consistent effort and finishing strong!