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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: john schleiger #3731 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Effort with Strong Start and Finish John Schleiger's performance at the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest half marathon showcased a balanced execution with notable highlights. Starting strong, John clocked an impressive first-mile pace of 7:50, placing 13th in his division. His fastest split was an extraordinary 3:13 mile between miles 2 and 3, indicating strong speed potential. The more relaxed pacing in the following segments is worth exploring for its impact on his rhythm. Throughout the race, consistent pacing was evident, with most miles under the 8:10 mark, demonstrating endurance and sustained energy levels. His final elapsed time was 1:47:34, reflecting an average pace of 8:12 min/mile. As the race proceeded, maintaining consistency helped him finish 123rd in his division among 4421 participants. Given that strong initial splits impact placement dramatically, perhaps focusing on maintaining momentum gained early could benefit future performances. Overall, John showed commendable performance as part of the Run Like the Winded team.