Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Justin Royer #21961 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.

Consistent Division Leadership with Factor for Speed Variability In the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K, Justin Royer maintained his strong performance by winning the M35-39 division with a finish time of 32:49, achieving a 5:17 min/mile pace. His splits showed an impressive opening mile at 5:25, and he captured his fastest pace at the 6-mile mark, clocking in at a commendable 4:41. Despite changes in his overall placement, Justin consistently kept his division lead in five out of six splits. His results highlight a clear strength in maintaining top mastery of his division. Comparing with previous races, there are positive signs, like maintaining top division placement since 2023. However, reviewing the split times, two specific standings—4th overall at mile 1 compared to 13th by the end—suggest focus areas in pacing strategy to potentially recapture previous pace efficacies seen in 2024. This could help him regain a competitive edge toward overall top standings, demonstrated by a 2024 finish at 31:37.