Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Benjamin Sunderland #41509 Race: 2025 Boulderthon 5K Distance: 3.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Effort with Room for Strategic Pacing Benjamin Sunderland competed in the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with a notable performance as he navigated through consistent split times with slight pacing variations. His initial mile was completed in 7:28, positioning him 140th overall and highlighting a strong start. During the second mile, his time shifted to 7:49, with a minor decrease in speed, leading to him placing 162nd overall. In the final stretch, Benjamin clocked 8:38 for mile three, culminating in a total time of 24:50 for the race. Ending with a pacing average of 8:00 min/mile, Benjamin ranked 111th among male participants and 19th in his division of Men 30-34. His performance reflects consistency but indicates the potential for exploring pacing strategies, particularly to maintain or even advance initial positioning. Analyzing the transition after mile one might offer insights into maintaining steady momentum in future races.