Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Shannon Gurley #23666 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

Consistency with a Standout Mid-Race Surge Shannon began the Boulderthon Half Marathon with consistent pacing, maintaining an exact 9:09 min/mile for the first two miles. Notably, she executed an impressive surge during the fifth mile, clocking a split time of 5:40 minutes and elevating her position across multiple categories, showing great tactical proficiency and potential for future races. Her overall pacing was recorded at 10:23 min/mile, concluding the half marathon with a time of 2:16:03. Fluctuations in pace were observed in miles four and beyond, suggesting an area to focus on for maintaining speed over longer distances. Shannon's strong mid-race mile highlights her capacity for improvement with more consistent pacing techniques. Though she ended up 3016th overall and 126th in her division, her position significantly improved during certain segments, highlighting potential. Overall, her debut at the Boulderthon half marathon is commendable, with key insights to refine her race strategy.