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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Kim John #16867 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 Improvement Captures Attention Kim John demonstrated a commendable performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. Her pacing strategy showed progressive improvements with each mile, starting at an 11:38 min/mile pace and advancing to a 10:37 min/mile average by the sixth mile. Her most notable split was the sixth, clocking in at a swift 9:39, illustrating significant pace reduction and maintaining strong form throughout. She finished with an overall time of 1:05:47, resulting in an impressive 14th place in the F50-54 division. Notably, Kim sustained a consistent pace that was only slightly varied from her previous half marathon runs, underscoring her steady progress and commitment to improving pace. For further enhancement, Kim might consider early pacing adjustments to gain an even earlier split advantage. With such consistency and demonstrated capability, she shows great potential for future events. Her performance in the Mesa Marathon events highlights both improvement and capacity, making her an inspiring member of Team Besties.