Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Eric Fry #11914 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, Challenging Finish Eric Fry maintained a consistent pace in the early stages of the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon, averaging between 8:33 to 8:41 min/mile for the first 10 miles. His initial splits were impressive, showcasing a steady performance with an exceptional mile 10 split of 8:14 min/mile. Notably, Eric advanced to 9th place in his M45-49 division by mile 5, reflecting his strong start. In the later stages, Eric's pace slowed slightly, with mile splits ranging from 9:16 to 11:34 min/mile towards the end of the race. The decrease in pace was noticeable, particularly between miles 20 and 26. Despite this, he completed the marathon with a time of 3:59:23, placing 15th in his division. Continuing to work on maintaining a consistent pace towards the end would be beneficial for future races, as his early efforts indicate a strong potential. Keep up the dedication!