Results/Photos

Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Denise Lucero #7446 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace and Strong Finish Denise Lucero displayed a strong and consistent performance in the 2025 Phoenix Marathon Half Marathon, achieving an overall time of 2:15:31 for the 13.1 miles, with an average pace of 10:20 min/mile. Her splits show a noteworthy improvement as the race progressed. Starting with a 10:56 min/mile pace at the first mile, she managed to accelerate, recording her fastest pace of 9:40 min/mile by mile 13. This progression indicates a well-strategized race. Throughout the race, Denise demonstrated resilience, climbing from an overall position of 1593 at the first mile to finishing at 1287 out of 2723 participants. Impressively, her divisional rank showed consistent improvement, jumping from 61st to finishing 44th in the F45-49 category. Consider maintaining this gradual pace increase in future races, as it clearly benefited her performance. Representing The Runnin Dead team with her steady and strategic effort, Denise's race can be deemed a success.