Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: David Langerud #22169 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 Pacing Secures Top Division Spot David Langerud showcased a solid performance at the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon. With an overall elapsed time of 1:37:30 and an average pace of 7:26 min/mile, David secured the 4th position in the M55-59 division. Notably, he maintained a consistent pace through the entire race, with only minor variations across splits. His first mile was completed in 7:06, showing a strong start, and despite a slight slowdown in the middle phases, he finished the 13th mile with a 7:40 split. Out of 6,546 total participants, David's overall placement was 300th. Examining David's split times, there was a consistent pattern in his pacing, especially noticeable from miles 3 to 11, where his pace fluctuated only slightly, showcasing his endurance and steady speed. However, examining the split times, there's a gradual slowing from the 4th mile onward. For future races, focusing on late-race pace retention could improve overall time and placement.