Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Michael Cain #12082 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

Consistency With Strong Finish Michael Cain maintained a solid pace throughout the Boulderthon Marathon, completing the 26.2 miles with an overall time of 3:38:03 and an average pace of 8:19 min/mile. Notably, his pacing was remarkably steady from mile 7 onward, each split remaining near or below his average pace except for a few minor deviations. His final two splits were particularly strong with consistent times, illustrating his ability to conserve energy and maintain a solid effort to the finish line. A standout moment was between miles 4 and 6, where he significantly improved his pace to as fast as 5:00 min/mile, boosting his standing substantially in his division. Placing 23rd in the M35-39 division, Michaels pacing strategy and ability to recover after mile 3's dip in pace highlight a well-executed race plan. Focusing future training on leveling the pacing inconsistency from miles 1 to 3 could further enhance his race performance.