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Date: June 20, 2026 Participant: Melissa Renschler #1771 Race: 2026 Runtastic TIMP Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish Define Race Melissa Renschler displayed impressive pacing throughout the 2026 Runtastic TIMP Half Marathon. Her overall elapsed time was 2:03:24, achieving an average pace of 9:25 min/mile. Her splits show a consistent performance, with her fastest mile clocking in at 8:50 during the final segment, highlighting her ability to finish strong. She improved steadily, seen in her consistent placements within the F45-49 division, starting at 31st place and climbing to 22nd by the end. Particularly notable was Renschler's finish, gaining ground in the last miles, culminating in a final placement of 526th out of 1,280 participants. She secured 239th in her gender and 22nd in her division. Competing with the "Bad@ass Babes!" team, Renschler demonstrated remarkable endurance and strategic pacing over the course. Maintaining quicker splits in the latter stages suggests potential for shaving more time off her overall results through controlled acceleration earlier on.