Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Maren Hulse #21240 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.

Consistent Improvement and Strong Finish Maren demonstrated impressive pacing strategies in the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K, improving her mile times progressively. Starting with a 9:57 min/mile pace, she effectively accelerated with each mile, ultimately achieving her fastest split of 8:12 in the final mile. This consistent improvement indicates a well-planned effort to gradually build speed throughout the race. Finishing the race with an overall time of 55:37 and an average pace of 8:58 min/mile, Maren secured 17th place in her division (F25-29) and was 119th among female competitors. The data reflects that Maren held her ground competitively, showing determination and endurance. To build on this performance, focusing on maintaining a steady and slightly faster pace from the start might enhance overall timing. Keep leveraging split data to identify areas for strategic improvements in future races.