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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Nathan Rath #21900 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 Across the Board Nathan Rath delivered a strong performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. His overall elapsed time was 34:09, maintaining an average pace of 5:30 min/mile, which is notable for a 10K event. Nathan consistently placed 2nd in his M40-44 division across all splits, demonstrating assurance and consistency throughout the race. His most significant improvement in pace was seen between miles four and five, where he logged an impressive split pace of 5:26 min/mile. Overall, Nathan's consistency is highlighted by his finish in the top 22 out of 2107 participants. Noteworthy is his exceptional 4:44 min/mile pace in the final stretch, indicating a strong finish. As a member of the Delancey Loopers, Nathan has shown progression from previous races, improving on his half marathon pace from earlier years. Exploring strategies for maintaining that exceptional pace earlier could further strengthen future performances.