Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Michael Thill #11057 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 Pace with Strong Finish Michael Thill delivered a consistent performance in the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon, managing an overall elapsed time of 4:16:28 and an average pace of 9:47 min/mile. Notably, his pace showed improvement in the final miles, specifically a strong split at Mile 12 with a pace of 7:47 min/mile. Progress was evident as he moved from 985th place overall at Mile 3 to 707th by the end, demonstrating strategic pacing and resilience. Initial miles were completed with paces close to 8:55 min/mile, placing him mid-pack in his division. A slight dip in pace was observed between Miles 4 to 6, but adjustments were made, and Michael finished with a notable gain in overall ranking. Consistent focus on maintaining a steady pace without significant spikes could lead to even better performance in future races.