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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Flor Portillo #21840 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 Pace Exemplifies Endurance Flor Portillo, hailing from El Paso, TX, delivered a steady performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. At the age of 73, she showcased remarkable consistency with an overall elapsed time of 2:06:05, achieving an average pace of 20:20 min/mile over the 6.2-mile course. Her dedication placed her 20th in her F70-74 division, competing against peers in the same age group. Flor maintained consistent splits, with a notable improvement in the final mile. Her best mile was the last, clocking in at 19:39 min/mile, which not only reflects her ability to reserve energy but highlights potential for faster starts in future events. The data suggests Flor can focus on starting each mile strongly to enhance her overall pace and possibly improve standings. Keep up the great work and continue building on this steady performance.