Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Robert Engelking #24588 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

Consistent Improvement with a Mid-Race Turbo Boost Robert Engelking completed the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon in 1:50:19. His average pace was 8:25 min/mile, showing improvement from his previous races in 2023 and 2024. Notably in the race, he achieved his best split at mile 9 with a remarkable 6:27 min/mile. Throughout the race, Robert demonstrated variations in pace, which could offer opportunities for strategic pacing improvements. Analyzing the splits further, Robert maintained a consistent pace until mile 9, where an impressive surge was evident. Meanwhile, his consistent placement in various categories (including 152nd in division M30-34) shows his competitiveness in his age group. From the start to the finish, Robert's overall rank improved as he moved from 1475th to a final position of 865th. This year-over-year improvement in race time reflects effective training, though focusing on the consistency of pace can help in reaching new targets.