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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Jacob Carroll #10745 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 Early Pace, Late Challenges Jacob Carroll, a 30-year-old runner from Columbus, OH, maintained a consistent pace in the first half of the 2025 Mesa Marathon. His initial splits were strong, with consistent mile times between 7:48 and 8:07, executing an even pace through the first 13 miles. He showed particular resilience around Mile 4, clocking in at 7:32, his fastest split. In the latter half, Jacob experienced a notable slowdown. His split pace gradually increased from 9:16 at Mile 15 to 11:29 by Mile 19. Despite challenges, Jacob completed the 26.2-mile race with an overall time of 4:28:05, placing 2109th out of 3624 participants. Monitoring pacing strategies and gradual training adaptations could enhance endurance in the latter miles. The data hints at a competitive edge in the M30-34 division with thoughtful pacing improvements. Keep representing East Valley Runners with tenacity!