Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Andrew Kastner #13004 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 Start with Strategic Gains in Division Andrew's performance at the 2025 Boulderthon showcased a consistent initial pace, with the first two miles clocked at a steady 9:50 min/mile. A significant improvement was seen in mile 3, with an impressive split of 8:35 min/mile, elevating Andrew to 37th place in his division. Notably, this strategic improvement catapulted his position from 916th to 663rd among males. The race continued with Andrew maintaining split times below 9:30 min/mile for several miles, reflecting determination and a competitive edge. The latter portion of the race saw some deceleration, especially from miles 21 to 26, where splits ranged between 11:02 and 12:13 min/mile. Despite slowing down, Andrew finished strong, placing 32nd in the M40-44 division out of 57 participants. Focus on endurance strategies might be beneficial for future improvements in the latter race sections. Overall, Andrew demonstrated commendable pacing and tactical race management.