Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Jessica Olmstead #21725 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 Performance with a Strong Finish for Jessica Jessica Olmstead, 35, from Mesa, competed in the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K event. Her performance was highlighted by a consistent pace throughout the race. Starting with a 13:04 min/mile in her first mile, Jessica demonstrated steady improvement in each subsequent split. The most notable improvement was seen in the final mile, where she clocked a split time of 8:46 min/mile, her fastest pace of the race. Finishing with an overall time of 1:10:52, Jessica maintained an average pace of 11:25 min/mile. Out of 2107 total participants, she ranked 927th overall and 453rd among female participants, with a division placement of 83rd in the Female 35-39 category. Her progression demonstrates an excellent ability to conserve energy for a strong finish. Focusing on maintaining the same progression earlier in the race could further enhance her results in future events.