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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Andrew Thran #14128 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, Strategic Adjustments Andrew Thran demonstrated a commendable effort at the 2025 Mesa Marathon. With a consistent pace of around 6:20 min/mile during the initial half (miles 1 through 13), Andrew maintained solid positioning, highlighted by mile 1's 6:07 pace ranking him 9th in his division. Consistency remained throughout mid-race, evidenced by pacing between 6:10 to 6:35 min/mile from miles 4 to 17, anchoring his division standing at 10th-11th with slight variances. Late-race dynamics saw Andrew adjust his strategy. Notably, from mile 21 onwards, the pace adjusted, peaking at 9:14 for mile 21. A tougher segment followed, yet Andrew's determination was clear with a faster close at 6:39 pace for mile 26. This adaptation is crucial for managing fatigue and maintaining overall momentum. A constructive focus could be on sustaining late race pacing to maximize his strong starts and smoothly transition through the final miles. Overall, Andrew finished the race in 3:10:47, a noteworthy achievement for the Ito Desk Jockeys.