Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Geoffrey Oberholzer #12457 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 Potential for Improved Strategy Geoffrey Oberholzer showed promising consistency in the initial stages of the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon. The first two miles recorded identical split paces of 8:49 min/mile, showcasing his potential for pacing. Notably, during the fourth to the sixth mile, Geoffrey managed a remarkable return to form after a significant 27:31 min/mile split in the third mile, with subsequent paces returning closer to the sub-9-minute mark. However, the latter part of the race demonstrated room for strategic improvement. Starting from mile 17, the pace gradually increased, averaging over 10 minutes per mile. The 21st and 22nd miles saw the most significant declines in pace at 13:01 and 14:23 min/mile, respectively. While Geoffrey ultimately finished with a respectable time of 4:25:17, focusing on maintaining pace consistency in the latter miles could significantly enhance future performance. Emphasizing consistent pacing through later stages could improve overall outcomes.