Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Joe Barrazotto #11648 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

Strong Start with Consistent Pacing in Boulderthon Joe Barrazotto displayed impressive early pacing during the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon. His initial two miles were consistent at 8:33 min/mile, holding a strong position in his division. Notably, there was a momentary slowdown in the third mile with a 22:57 min/mile pace, which affected his placement, dropping him temporarily. However, Joe quickly regained momentum, demonstrating an impressive recovery in the subsequent miles. Throughout the race, Joe maintained a steady pace averaging 8:54 min/mile by the finish. Notably, he closed the marathon strongly, improving his position from a temporarily challenging stretch to finishing 52nd in his division. While his pacing saw some fluctuations, the determination and strong recovery efforts were evident, especially from miles 4 to 16. Continued focus on maintaining consistent pacing in the latter parts of a race could bolster future performances. Overall, Joes performance highlighted his capability to adapt and finish with determination.