Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Andy Crandell #15035 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Pacing Pattern Shines in Steady 10K Performance Andy Crandell completed the 2026 Mesa Marathons 10K race in a time of 2:20:36, maintaining a consistent overall pace of 22:40 min/mile. A closer look reveals an intriguing pacing strategy. Andy started strong with a first-mile split of 21:42. Notably, he maintained a steady rhythm throughout, with his fastest mile at 18:30 min/mile occurring between miles 3 and 4. This strategic use of energy indicates improved endurance at shorter distances compared to his previous half marathon events. Though overall placement was 2487 out of 2851 finishers, Andys performance improved within the M45-49 age division, particularly in faster sections. For future races, focusing on closing the gap in later miles could enhance overall ranking. Consistent training on pacing can harness the potential demonstrated in the impressive first and fourth-mile times. Looking at previous race data, Andy shows considerable progress in maintaining an even pace across shorter race events.