Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Sterling Spencer #10371 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Trademark Consistency and Steady Progression Sterling Spencer completed the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon with an elapsed time of 6:18:38, covering 26.2 miles at an average pace of 14:27 min/mile. Of the 2,678 participants, Sterling placed 1922nd overall, 1272nd out of male participants, and 75th in the M40-44 division. Notably, Sterling demonstrated a steady pace throughout the event. The initial mile was completed in 10:07, but there was a noticeable shift in pacing, with mile paces ranging from 11:08 to 14:27 in subsequent miles. Interestingly, Sterling showed a consistent performance in comparison to last years half marathon, where a 13:30 min/mile pace was maintained. This suggests a level of endurance and persistence across longer distances. For future events, focusing on even pacing could be advantageous, with targeted attention on mile splits that dipped in pace, such as the 17th mile at 16:32. Overall, this race showcases Sterling's commendable consistency and dedication to marathon running.