Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Sara Spector #18549 Race: 2025 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Steady Improvement Shines in 10K Performance Sara Spector demonstrated consistent pacing and improvements during the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. With an overall time of 1:40:49, she maintained a commendable average pace of 16:15 min/mile over the 6.2-mile course. Impressively, each mile saw a noticeable improvement in her split pace, culminating in her fastest mile at a pace of 15:01 min/mile. Her finish placed her 88th in the F45-49 age division out of 2107 participants, reflecting steady progress and strategic pacing. Compared to her previous half marathon performance at the 2024 Mesa Marathon, where she held a pace of 16:41 min/mile, Sara has improved her pace significantly over a shorter distance. Attention to maintaining a consistent increase in speed during each split suggests potential strategy refinement. This trend of improvement sets a promising tone for her future races. Maintaining focus on early splits could further enhance overall performance.