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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Jeffrey Wilson #14504 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 Yields Steady Progress Jeffrey Wilson from Paradise Valley, AZ participated in the 2025 Mesa Marathon, representing DNF Squad. He demonstrated a strong and consistent performance across the marathon's 26.2 miles, finishing with an overall time of 3:39:35. His average pace was 8:22 min/mile, positioning him 117th out of 3624 participants in his M25-29 division, and 712th in the male category. Jeffrey maintained a steady pace throughout the race, with notable splits like the 26th mile at 7:40 min/mile, showcasing his ability to increase speed toward the end. Despite a few splits where he slightly exceeded his average pace, Jeffrey managed to keep a consistent overall pace. His performance suggested stamina and strategic pacing, which paid off in the latter parts of the race. Attention to maintaining steady effort could further enhance his race outcomes. An area to look for marginal gains could be pacing consistency in future races to avoid any slower miles.