Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Grant Denhof #13043 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

Consistent Improvements despite Variability in Splits Grant showcased a dynamic race with noticeable fluctuations in pace. Notably, he advanced from an 8:53 min/mile pace during the first mile to a rapid 7:05 min/mile in the fifth mile, indicating strategic energy conservation and utilization. By mile 3, there was a tightening in pacing to a 9:07 min/mile, suggesting room for pacing consistency. The fastest segment occurred between miles 5 and 6 with identical split times of 7:05, demonstrating potential for targeted speed work to build upon. In terms of rankings, Grant progressively improved, moving from 682nd to 423rd overall. The increase in male division placement from 134th to 78th by the race's end is commendable. The decline in pace from mile 20 onwards, with paces consistently above 9:00 min/mile, suggests a focus area for building endurance in the final stretches, given the overall completion pace of 9:03 min/mile. Concentrating on maintaining a consistent pace could enhance overall performance further.