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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Sara Grassmeyer #11566 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 Performance with Strategic Pacing Sara Grassmeyer from Arvada, CO completed the 2025 Mesa Marathon with an official time of 3:54:46. Her average pace was 8:57 min/mile over the 26.2-mile marathon distance. At 38 years old, she secured the 427th position among female participants out of over 3600 runners, and was 85th in her division for females aged 35-39. This achievement highlights Sara's ability to maintain composure and focus over a challenging course. Throughout the race, Sara demonstrated consistent pacing with strategic improvements in certain splits, such as the 7th mile where her pace dropped to 7:41 min/mile, showcasing her tactical awareness and ability to handle varying race demands. However, from mile 20 onwards, there was a gradual decrease in pace, peaking at 10:44 min/mile in mile 21. Focusing on endurance training or pacing strategies could enhance overall performance; nonetheless, Sara's disciplined execution throughout the marathon demonstrates her tenacity and commitment.