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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Jen Nelson #21665 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 Closing Performance in 10K Race Jen Nelson, representing Easier Said Than Run, demonstrated consistency and determination in the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K event. Her overall pace was 15:23 min/mile, completing the course in 1:35:24. Among her age group division F50-54, she maintained a steady position, finalizing at 60th. A noteworthy highlight was her performance improvement in the last mile, achieving a split pace of 14:05 min/mile, showcasing a strong finish. Evaluating her splits reveals strengths and opportunities for growth. While her initial pace of 15:33 min/mile was consistent, there was a dip at the 4-mile mark to a 16:28 min/mile pace. However, Jen recovered well. To elevate her performance in future races, focusing on maintaining middle-mile paces more consistently might be beneficial. Her capacity to accelerate in the final stretch indicates promising endurance capabilities, potentially leading to improved outcomes with targeted mid-race strategies.