Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Kristen Hansen #21151 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 Progression and Steady Pacing in 10K Performance Kristen Hansen demonstrated a consistent performance in the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. Her overall elapsed time was 1:36:36, with a solid average pace of 15:34 min/mile. Starting with a pace of 17:32 min/mile in the first mile, she steadily increased her speed, culminating in her fastest split of 14:21 min/mile in the final mile. This impressive acceleration indicates strong endurance and strategic pacing. With the overall placement of 1572 out of 2107 participants and 881st among women, Kristen effectively maintained her position throughout the race. In her division of F45-49, she finished 81st. Her consistent progression from mile to mile, particularly her negative splits, highlight her ability to adapt and improve as the race progressed. Future training might focus on starting with a slightly faster pace, leveraging her strong finishing speed for an even more competitive result. Keep up the great work, Kristen!