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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Alison Cook-Davis #20808 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.

Steady Progression with Improved Finish Splits Alison Cook-Davis showcased a well-paced run at the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. Starting strong, she clocked the first mile at 12:26. Notably, she displayed improvement across various splits, particularly between miles two and three, where her pace quickened from 15:20 to 12:35. Her final mile was the standout, recording a swift 10:47. Her overall elapsed time was 1:17:44, averaging a pace of 12:32 min/mile. Alison progressed in her age division, securing 47th place among women aged 45-49. Among 2107 participants, she achieved 1174th overall and 611th among female runners. Compared to her 2024 performance, her time increased by over three minutes, indicating a need to focus on maintaining a consistent pace earlier in races. Nevertheless, her ability to finish strong suggests potential for enhanced pacing strategies in upcoming events. Keep building on this momentum, Alison!