Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Greg Spear #22105 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 Progress in Pace and Position Greg Spear, representing Copa Health, participated in the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K event with a commendable performance. His final time was 1:36:11, covering the 6.2 miles with an average pace of 15:30 min/mile. Greg stood 31st in his M55-59 division out of a competitive field, indicating consistent efforts throughout the race. Among male participants, Greg was 681st, showcasing solid standing. Analyzing his split statistics, Greg improved his pace progressively. Starting with an 18:17 min/mile in the first mile, he cut down his split pace significantly by the last mile, achieving a commendable 13:54 min/mile. As his pace improved, so did his positioning, moving up from 1595th overall during the third mile to finish in 1561st position. This pattern reflects positive endurance and pacing strategy. For future races, focusing on an early steady pace might further enhance his race results.