Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Jason Crawford #11556 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

Strong Early Rhythm, Late Slowdown Highlights Pacing Opportunity Finish 4:28:58 (10:15/mi). Through 12 miles: 1:35:44 (7:58/mi avg). Fastest miles: 5 in 7:48 and 12 in 7:49; miles 1–12 stayed 7:50–8:14. From mile 13 onward, splits moved to 9:18–16:35, with the last 10K in 1:25:01 (~13:43/mi). Coaching notes: The early pace was ~2:17/mi faster than overall, indicating an aggressive opening. Aim for even pacing closer to marathon average to reduce late fade. Training ideas: long runs of 18–22 miles with the final 6–8 miles at 10:10–10:20/mi; steady 8–10 mile tempos at 10:10–10:20/mi; practice controlled openings for the first 3 miles at or slightly slower than goal to keep miles 17–24 from averaging ~13:49/mi.