Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Ben Mackert #11108 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, Openings for Consistency in Later Stages Ben started the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon with a steady and consistent pace. The first five miles were run at an average pace of 6:47 min/mile, with a brief improvement in position from 65th to 46th overall by the 5th mile. This showcases his ability to maintain a strong pace early in the race, which is a solid foundation for future events. While Ben's pace experienced a steady 7:00-7:10 min/mile range toward the mid to later stages, the 23rd mile saw a pacing adjustment to 8:17 min/mile. The final stretch saw Ben clock in at a total time of 3:13:05, finishing 11th in his age division out of 2678 participants. Consider focusing on maintaining a steadier pace in the last sections to improve times further. Maintaining an even split strategy can help avoid late-race slowdowns, which could positively impact your overall race endurance and performance.