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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Blake Bullock #10658 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 Performance Despite Fatigue in Final Miles Blake Bullock achieved a time of 3:20:15 in the 2025 Mesa Marathon. His average pace stood at 7:38 min/mile. Notably, in the M55-59 division, he ranked consistently around the 11th position, hitting a high of 3rd place at the 19th mile. His splits reveal a strong start, with a pace under 7:10 min/mile during the initial segments, followed by a steady rhythm until mile 16. At mile 19, a notable surge resulted in a 6:53 min/mile split. In the final stages, his pace slowed, peaking at 10:27 min/mile by mile 25. Compared to his 2023 time of 3:06:06, there's a notable slowdown. Consider focusing on endurance training to maintain pace in the later stages. Despite this, maintaining a consistent rhythm through the middle portions and the strategic surge offer valuable insights for future races. His past races reflect potential, aligning with his peak performance from 2023.