Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Jared Shojaian #22577 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, Steady Improvement Jared Shojaian maintained a remarkably consistent pace throughout the Boulderthon Half Marathon, concluding with an overall time of 1:51:29 and an average pace of 8:30 min/mile. Starting strong, Jared held an 8:14 min/mile pace for the first two miles. By the third mile, the split adjusted to a slightly slower 8:38 min/mile but regained stability in subsequent miles, showing tactical stamina with minor fluctuations. Noteworthy is the strong finish in mile 12 with a split of 8:26, showcasing endurance in the latter part of the race. Jared's ranking journey involved fluctuations, initially placing 700th overall and moving between 561st and 927th across the course. By focusing on the later miles, Jared improved positional standings from earlier declines, underlining a strategic pacing adjustment. For future races, emphasizing even pacing and consistent form through mid-segments could further enhance performance and placement.