Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Sarah Whipple #27608 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 Start with Effective Mid-Race Strategy Sarah Whipple from Fort Collins delivered a strategic performance at the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon. Her initial pace was solid, starting with a 7:23 min/mile pace in the first mile, which she effectively improved in the subsequent mile, clocking a 7:05 min/mileher fastest split of the race. Sarah demonstrated notable effectiveness in the mid-race miles 3 to 5, where she maintained an approximate 7:17 min/mile pace and improved her position significantly, reaching 5th in her division by mile 5. In the latter part of the race, Sarah experienced a slight drop in pace. From mile 8 onward, her pace ranged from 7:40 to 9:15 min/mile, finishing the race with an average pace of 7:46 min/mile. Consistency in the earlier segments suggests potential to enhance late-race endurance. Sarah's compelling performance placed her 25th in the F25-29 division amidst a strong field of participants, indicating strong potential for future races.