Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Sam Nelson #24008 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 Splendid Mid-race Surge Sam Nelson showcased a commendable performance at the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon, clocking in at 1:52:08 with an average pace of 8:33 min/mile. Notably, Sam demonstrated impressive mid-race acceleration, particularly visible between miles 4 and 5, with a swift split pace of 8:06 min/mile placing him 518th overall at that point. Although starting off with a slightly conservative pace in the first mile (8:54 min/mile), Sam quickly found a rhythm, consistently improving his pace and positioning in the early miles. While experiencing a deceleration at mile 10, where the split time stretched to 10:31 min/mile, Sam rebounded effectively in the following mile. Finishing 997th out of 6546 participants, his result demonstrated determination. Strategically maintaining a consistent and controlled pace while training to address any final stretch slowdowns could further enhance his performance. Sam's pacing in the early and middle miles reflects a strong racing strategy, highlighting potential for further improvements in future events.