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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Shelley Hemenway #1257 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Effort with a Strong Finish Shelley maintained a consistent pace in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon, finishing with an elapsed time of 1:56:33 and an overall average pace of 8:53 min/mile. Starting strong, her initial mile was clocked at 8:40, holding onto a steady rhythm through the first half. Notable mid-race adjustments were observed in miles 6 and 7, with the split pace slowing to 9:27 and 10:17 min/mile, respectively, likely reflecting strategic pacing to conserve energy for the latter stages of the race. Shelley demonstrated impressive resilience in the concluding miles, with a noticeable acceleration starting from mile 9 finishing with solid split paces of 8:26 and 8:18 in miles 9 and 10. Her final split was 8:14, showcasing her ability to sustain a strong finish. As a member of "Not too fast, not too furious," Shelley placed 25th in her division, highlighting her excellent performance. Incorporating speed work into training could enhance her pacing strategy even further.