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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: James Stover #22139 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 with Strong Finish James Stover, a 53-year-old runner from Paradise Valley, AZ, showcased steady improvement in his splits during the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. Starting strong, he completed the first mile in 12:39, setting the tone for his race. Despite a slower second mile at 17:00, James regained momentum, consistently improving his pace by the fourth mile. Notably, his fastest split was the final mile, completed in 12:37, considerably quicker than previous miles. Overall, James's performance demonstrated resilience, finishing the 10K in 1:28:32 with an average pace of 14:16 min/mile. Within his age division, Male 50-54, he secured the 37th position out of 2107 participants. A key takeaway is the strong finish, indicating well-managed energy distribution. A slight dip in mile two suggests focusing on maintaining a steadier pace early in future races could be beneficial. Overall, James effectively capitalized on the last half of the race.