Results/Photos

Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Nicole Rubenstein #6796 Race: 2025 Phoenix 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish Nicole Rubenstein demonstrated consistent pacing throughout the 2025 Phoenix Marathon 10K. Her initial split pace at mile 1 was 11:27 min/mile, showing a steady start. Notably, she improved her pace by 29 seconds by mile 4, clocking in at 10:29 min/mile, which is commendable. This improvement was reflected in her position as she moved up in placement, gaining places particularly from mile 3 to mile 4, where she climbed 81 overall spots. Her finishing pace at mile 6 was the fastest of her race at 9:48 min/mile, showcasing her ability to speed up towards the end. Her overall performance secured her a spot at 64th in her division and 326th among females. For future races, continuing this strategy of finishing strong is a great approach, and maintaining consistency earlier could help reduce overall time further. Keep up the effective pacing strategies, Nicole!