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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Alexandra Keator #12149 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 Pacing with Strong Finish Alexandra Keator demonstrated impressive pacing throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon, maintaining an average pace of 8:48 min/mile over the 26.2-mile course. Notably, Alexandra started strongly, completing her first mile at an 8:20 min/mile pace and maintaining consistency through most stages. Her pace varied slightly, from a swift 6:52 min/mile at mile 6 to a steadier pace toward the latter miles, showcasing strategic energy management. While her average remained constant, she excelled in the competitive division, finishing 74th in her age group (F30-34) with an overall time of 3:50:35. This performance places her well within the top 11% of all female participants. To further enhance her performance, Alexandra might benefit from maintaining a more uniform pace during the final miles. Overall, Alexandra's marathon demonstrated disciplined effort and tactical approach to long-distance running. Congratulations on a commendable finish!