Results/Photos

Date: Oct. 11, 2025 Participant: Merlina Perez #4918 Race: 2025 Boston 10K for Women 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Effort with Room for Modest Adjustments Merlina Perez completed the 2025 Boston 10K for Women with a total time of 1:49:49, pacing at 17:42 min/mile. Starting strong, she clocked an impressive first mile at 15:23 min/mile. Her initial split of 15:23 was her fastest, indicating potential in maintaining a more consistent pace throughout the race. Her overall placement was 4632 out of 5663 participants, and she was 1569th in her division (F20-29). After the first mile, Merlina's pace slightly declined, with mile two at 17:35 and mile three at 18:08 before settling into the 18-minute range for the remainder of the race. She showed resilience, recovering some ground in the latter stages. To further improve her efforts, consider focusing on sustaining her initial pace for longer distances. Keep an eye on pacing strategies for the middle miles to avoid pace fade. Overall, a commendable effort showcasing dedication and stamina!