Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Caroline Dane #21670 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 Performance with Strategic End Splits Caroline Dane maintained a strong and steady pace throughout the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon, completing the race in 1:36:17 with an average pace of 7:21 min/mile. Her performance was marked by a calculated progression in her splits, notably starting conservatively with a 7:26 min/mile pace in the first mile and then accelerating to her fastest splits of 6:54 and 6:59 min/mile by miles two and three. These strategic early miles saw her moving up in placement, particularly excelling in the F40-44 division. In the later stages, though Caroline slightly slowed down, she still managed to maintain a strong position, finishing 3rd in her division. The overall improvement from her previous participation in the 2023 Boulderthon, where she completed the race in 1:40:24, showcased her progress. The final splits indicate an area to focus on, as a steadier pace might further enhance her finishing time. Caroline's continued dedication is evident, with clear advancement over her past performance.