Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Ryan Garcia #24297 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 Finish with Steady Pace Recovery Ryan Garcia executed a steady performance during the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon, finishing with an overall time of 1:52:53, averaging an 8:37 min/mile pace. After a strong start, with the first mile clocking in at 8:57, Ryan improved his pace significantly in mile 5, maintaining a swift 7:00 min/mile for two consecutive miles. Despite a slowing in mile 4 and mile 10, Ryan commendably regained his pace, finishing strong. A key highlight was Ryan's split at mile 9, achieving his fastest pace of 6:34 min/mile, illustrating his potential for future events. His ability to recover and maintain consistency after slower miles is noteworthy. To enhance performance, consider evaluating pacing strategies for sustainability throughout future races. Ending 1051st overall in a field of 6546 marshaled a solid ranking, and Ryans steady improvement across the latter stages showcases strong endurance and strategic execution.