Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Christopher Mcdermott #12992 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 Pace Leads to Top Division Finish Christopher Mcdermott showcased remarkable consistency in pacing at the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon. Maintaining a steady pace with splits predominantly between 6:44 and 7:36 min/mile for the first 20 miles, he held his division rank M55-59 at the top throughout the race. Specifically, his exceptional start had him cover the first mile in 6:49 min/mile, setting the tone for a strong performance. Despite a gradual pace increase towards the end of the race, averaging 7:14 to 8:21 min/mile in the final stages, Christopher managed an overall time of 3:10:28 for the 26.2 miles. This achievement earned him 54th overall, 48th among men, with a finishing pace of 7:16 min/mile. Notably, his strategic race execution and endurance helped him secure the 1st place in his age division M55-59. Maintaining such consistency in pacing and focusing on the last few miles could further strengthen future performances.