Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Charis Liao #21105 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 Pace Despite Mid-Race Challenges Charis Liao maintained a consistent pace throughout the 2025 Boulderthon half marathon with an overall time of 2:40:20 and an average pace of 12:14 min/mile. Starting strong, her first two splits were steady at 11:21 min/mile. Her consistent performance in the initial miles is commendable, securing her 703rd place in her division for the start. Notably, her 5th-mile split stood out with a placement improvement to 434th in her division. As the race progressed, Charis experienced some variation in pace, particularly during the 10th mile with a split time of 14:38, indicating a possible setback. However, she displayed resilience by recovering in later miles. Her ability to maintain a near-constant position within her division, ultimately finishing 667th, reflects determination. For future races, focusing on maintaining pace stability might further enhance performance. It's exciting to imagine how these insights can contribute to her development as part of the Formosa Fast Lane team!