Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Anthony Frei #13498 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 Strategy with Strategic Pace Variations Anthony Frei maintained a steady pace in the 2025 Boulderthon, finishing the marathon in 4:22:47 with an average pace of 10:01 min/mile. Notably, Anthony's performance in the middle miles shows a well-executed strategy, where he improved his overall position from 1375 to 665 between miles 4 and 5. This strategic shift included his fastest split at mile 5 with a pace of 6:11 min/mile, demonstrating his ability to strategically push at critical moments in the race. In terms of placement, Anthony consistently moved forward, notably within his division, M25-29, starting at 234th and climbing to 143rd by the finish. The latter stages saw some fluctuation, with splits extending beyond 11 minutes per mile, particularly from miles 22 to 26. For future improvements, examining segments where paces slowed might provide insights into further enhancing endurance and maintaining consistent pacing towards the race end. Overall, Anthony demonstrated strategic choices and adaptability on the course.