Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Jean Hulbert #23421 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 With Strong Finish Jean Hulbert demonstrated admirable pacing at the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. Starting with a 12:38 min/mile pace for the first mile, she settled into a steady pace, gradually picking up speed as the race progressed. Notably, her fastest split was between miles 4 and 5, clocking in at a 10:35 min/mile pace. Her overall race pace was 11:31 min/mile. Jean maintained a good position throughout the race, finishing 3rd in her F70-74 division. Her overall rank was 960 out of 2107 participants, highlighting her competitive edge. Interestingly, she improved her division rank after the second split, indicating strong mid-race adaptation. For future races, consider starting with a slightly faster pace to capitalize on your ability to maintain speed in latter stages. Overall, a well-executed race strategy that played to your strengths.