Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Meghan Lipsky #26232 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

Steady Progress and Mid-Race Pacing Challenges The 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon results reflect a solid performance by Meghan Lipsky, who completed the race in 2:17:04 with an average pace of 10:27 min/mile. Strong splits were observed, with a fast pace of 9:39 min/mile during the first mile. However, the pace dropped to 12:49 min/mile in the second mile, a challenging segment that saw increased race placements. Throughout the race, Lipsky improved her pace, regaining momentum especially notable in miles 5 and 12, where she improved to 9:15 and 9:30 min/mile, respectively. The pacing consistency from miles 6 to 10, averaging around 10:20 min/mile, indicates stamina, while an upward trend in placement suggests potential for strategic pacing in future events. To enhance performance, focusing on maintaining early pace consistency can help improve mid-race endurance and retain position gains. Overall, Lipsky's race results show determination and provide valuable insights into managing pacing strategies effectively.