Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Tasia Punak #10073 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Impressive Consistency with Notable Final Stretch Tasia Punak completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon with an excellent finish of 3:29:06, demonstrating her consistency and commitment to improving her overall pace. Her average pace was 7:58 min/mile, showing significant improvement from her previous Mesa Marathon races. In comparison to 2025 where she completed the race in 3:30:35 with an 8:02 min/mile pace, she shaved off 1:29, indicating a dedicated year of training with her team, EVOLVE UNITED. Tasia's performance in the final stretch is noteworthy; she managed to maintain a steady pace through the thick of the race. Although her last few splits were slower, with mile 26 at a 9:37 min/mile pace, the earlier miles, such as mile 4 at 6:57 min/mile, effectively aided in creating a solid foundation for her race. Continued focus on those later miles could further enhance her results. Overall, her improvement and resilience are commendable.