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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Scott Nielson #22456 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 and Strong Finish in the 10K Scott Nielson showcased consistency during the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. His overall elapsed time was 1:55:37, translating to an average pace of 18:38 minutes per mile. Notably, Scott's pace saw steady improvements towards the end; his final mile was completed in 16:12, the fastest segment of his race. This suggests a robust strategy, picking up speed in later stages, which is commendable. Scott finished 50th in his M50-54 division and 734th among male participants, out of a total of 2,107 racers. Throughout the race, each split demonstrated a similar pacing with minimal variation per mile. For future races, consider focusing on maintaining or increasing early pace to further improve standings and personal time. Nonetheless, his steadiness was a clear advantage and positioned him well among his peers. Keep up the consistent effort and consider pacing strategies for added gains.