Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Nathan Cottrell #10937 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.

Steady Start, Challenging Finish for Consistent Performance Nathan Cottrell showed consistent pace management at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, with a total elapsed time of 3:36:59, reflecting an average pace of 8:16 min/mile. Starting strong with a steady pace of 7:24 min/mile for the first mile, Nathan maintained this for the first half of the race, with minor variations. Notably, Mile 11 showcased a strong pace at 7:18 min/mile, indicating successful energy burst management. The second half of the marathon saw slightly slower paces, peaking at 10:02 min/mile on Mile 21. Potential focus on endurance strategies, particularly during the final third of the race, could enhance finishing power. Notably, Nathan finished 48th in the M50-54 division, with participation from 3,624 runners. Reflecting on previous performances, Nathan improved compared to the 2024 race, where his pace was 8:24 min/mile, indicating positive directional progress in maintaining competitive performance metrics. Keep up the excellent work, Nathan!