Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Charlotte Vinson #19762 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Division Performance Charlotte Vinson completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon 10K in 1:30:06, maintaining a steady overall pace of 14:32 min/mile. She placed 140th in her F35-39 division. A highlight of this race is her consistency, with each mile showing minimal variation in pace, ranging from 14:11 min/mile to 14:47 min/mile. Notably, her third mile was the fastest at 14:11 min/mile, indicating a strong mid-race push. Throughout the race, her division placement ranged between 72nd and 140th, demonstrating a commendable consistency amidst larger fluctuations in overall and gender placements. Charlottes pacing strategy shows potential for optimizing finishing speed, as the pace dropped slightly in the final mile. Concentrating on maintaining or increasing pace in later miles could enhance overall performance and improve standings, especially as she finished with less fatigue. Keep honing those pacing skills for future races!