Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Byrt Bradbury #26103 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Steady Improvement with Strategic Pacing Byrt Bradbury delivered a strong performance at the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon, completing the race in 1:34:23. With an average pace of 7:12 min/mile, Byrt showed consistency and control, particularly impressive considering the increase in participants compared to previous races. Notably, Byrt's strongest splits came at miles 5 and 12, both clocking in at a rapid 6:52 min/mile. This reflects targeted energy conservation and strategic bursts of speed. In terms of position, Byrt maintained a competitive standing in his division, finishing 16th in the M40-44 category out of a significantly larger field than in 2023. Byrt climbed the ranks throughout the race, reaching as high as 10th place in the division during mile 5, showcasing a commendable push within the middle stretch. Focusing on maintaining the strong pacing observed in this race will contribute positively to future performances. Excellent work on pacing and maintaining a steady rhythm.