Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Carrie Varner #14256 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.

Impressive Performance and Steady Pacing Carrie Varner demonstrated an impressive level of consistency during the 2025 Mesa Marathon with an overall time of 3:51:08. Her average pace was 8:49 min/mile, showing remarkable steadiness across the marathon distance. Carrie secured 2nd place in the F65-69 age division, an excellent achievement. Her pacing remained consistent, with most of her splits hovering between 8:46 and 9:15 min/mile, showing minor variations. The split at Mile 17 was particularly swift, clocking in at 8:04, the quickest of her race. Throughout the marathon, Carrie's performance was commendable. She began with a strong pace of 8:46 at the starting mile and continued to maintain her effort effectively, positioning herself within the top three of her division for most of the race. By focusing on keeping a slightly faster pace during later miles, Carrie can aim for even better results, given her ability to maintain pace and endurance. Her participation significantly contributed to her team, Boston Buddies.