Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Kayla Pino #10110 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.

Consistent Performance with Opportunities for Gains Kayla Pino completed the 2025 Mesa Marathon with a time of 5:41:18, maintaining an average pace of 13:01 min/mile. While the early miles started strong with an 11:13 split time, gradual deceleration was noted, peaking around the 5-mile mark with a 14:15 split time. From miles 10 to 25, her pace stabilized between 12:24 and 15:34 min/mile, showing endurance but also room for optimized speed consistency. Her final mile saw an impressive recovery, matching her opening pace exactly at 11:13 min/mile, indicating strong finishing power. Within her division, she secured the 172nd spot among 3624 participants, showcasing admirable competitiveness. As a member of the AMP Run Team, focusing on maintaining early mile paces across the race could yield performance improvements. Analyzing variations in splits could offer insights into maintaining a steady rhythm, especially during middle sections of the marathon.