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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Joel Thurston #14130 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 Performance with Strong Division Finish Joel Thurston, 47 from Peoria, AZ, showed consistency and endurance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon. He completed the 26.2-mile course with an impressive finish time of 3:00:38, maintaining an average pace of 6:53 minutes per mile, which underscores his stamina throughout the race. His performance placed him 10th in the M45-49 division out of numerous participants, highlighting his competitiveness within his age group. Joel's splits reveal a strong start, maintaining a sub-7-minute pace for the majority of the race. Particularly notable was mile 19, where he achieved a brisk 6:21 pace, momentarily boosting him to a significant division standing. Observing the later miles, introducing interval-paced training might enhance endurance in slightly slower segments. Joel's performance reflects a strong effort, representing Club Sando with distinction among 3624 participants in this well-attended event. His dedication to pacing yielded a commendable finish.