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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Aubrey Bergeson #10462 Race: 2025 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish at the Marathon Aubrey demonstrated consistent pacing throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon, maintaining an average pace of 8:21 min/mile over the 26.2-mile course. With her half marathon experience evident, her splits were remarkably steady, with a notable swift completion of the 26th mile at 7:50 min/mile. This performance allowed her to place 43rd in her division for Females 40-44 out of a competitive field of 3624 runners. Aubrey’s overall finish time was 3:38:59, securing 262nd in her gender and 962nd overall. Aubrey started steady, gradually improving her pace through the third mile and maintaining control with strategic bursts in miles 3, 4, and 6. Her performance in the latter part of the race was marked by a brief slowdown at mile 23, where her pace was 9:22 min/mile. Identifying these moments can guide future race strategies, focusing on sustaining energy towards the end. Overall, Aubrey’s consistent pacing and a strong finish demonstrate her disciplined approach to marathon running.