Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Maximo Llama #11535 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

Steady Progress with a Strong Finish Maximo Llama demonstrated a steady pacing strategy during the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon, maintaining a consistent pace around the 9:43 min/mile mark. He started with his first two miles at a 9:33 min/mile pace but adjusted slightly in the middle before picking up the speed again towards the end. Notably, Maximo's fastest split came in the last two miles with paces of 8:48 and 8:33 min/mile, showcasing a strong finish. Throughout the race, Maximo consistently improved his placement within the M45-49 division, moving from 35th to 24th by the end. His overall place improved significantly from 1135th to 679th, demonstrating significant progress. Despite a few slower miles, his ability to surge in the final miles indicates good energy management. Focusing on maintaining consistent pacing will be beneficial for future races. Overall, his performance was commendable with room to refine pacing in the early miles.