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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Caleb Miklich #12776 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 Commitment with a Strong Finish Caleb Miklich, a 24-year-old runner from Queen Creek, AZ, participated in the 2025 Mesa Marathon. Showing consistent pace management, Caleb completed the 26.2-mile course in 5:00:44, marking an average pace of 11:28 min/mile. His performance placed him 1693rd among male athletes and 204th in his age group (M19-24). Notably, Caleb's finishing time fell into the upper half of the overall standings, with a total of 3624 participants. Caleb's splits revealed a strong start, with the first mile taking 8:46 and maintaining sub-10-minute miles for several early stages. Through effective pacing, Caleb managed energy efficiently, closing out with sub-12-minute miles, particularly highlighted by a 10:01 pace in mile 10. As a member of the "Iron Sharpens Iron" team, this marathon stands as a testament to Caleb's dedication and potential for further improvement. Consider evaluating endurance training to maintain a steadier pace, especially during the latter miles.