Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Madeline Velazquez #12678 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 Gains in Pace Management Madeline Velazquez from Milwaukee completed the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon with a final time of 4:25:06, averaging a pace of 10:07 min/mile. Notably, Madeline demonstrated increased speed during the latter part of the race. Her splits from miles 25 and 26 were some of the fastest, clocking in at 8:51 and 8:53 min/mile, respectively. This improved finish suggests effective energy conservation and strategizing throughout the course, moving her to 23rd in the F35-39 division. Overall, there is a pattern of pace fluctuation, especially around miles 7 and 14 with the slowest paces being 11:11 min/mile and 11:47 min/mile, respectively. Consider focusing on maintaining consistent pacing to reduce overall race time. With 2678 participants, Madeline placed 214th among female runners, a significant accomplishment that displays endurance and potential for further development. Congratulations on a solid performance!