Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Librada Elizalde #18419 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pace with a Strong Finish Librada Elizalde showcased a consistent running performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon 10K, completing the race in 1:24:07 with an average pace of 13:34 min/mile. A notable highlight was the improvement in pacing, especially between the first and fourth mile where she steadily decreased her pace from 14:28 min/mile to 13:16 min/mile. Within her division of F50-54, Librada placed 63rd. Analyzing the splits, one can see an impressive recovery after a slight slowdown in the fifth mile, rebounding well in the final stretch with a split time of 13:29 for the last mile. Her ability to maintain consistent times throughout suggests strong endurance and potential for improvement in splits with even distribution of energy. For future races, focusing on maintaining momentum when transitioning between stages could enhance her performance further. Her participation with Team Icy Hot also shows valuable team spirit.