Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Zach Winterberg #22291 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 with Strategic Gains Zach Winterberg displayed a commendable consistency throughout the 2025 Boulderthon half marathon with an average pace of 8:33 min/mile, completing the distance in 1:52:10. A strong start with an initial split of 8:24 set the tone. Notably, Zach's second mile showed improvement, recording his fastest split at 8:01 min/mile, hinting at potential for optimizing pacing strategy further. One highlight was between miles 4 and 5, where Zach improved his placement, climbing significantly in all categories, most notably in the M30-34 division. Focusing on the final miles could enhance overall performance, particularly as the pace slightly decreased towards the end, noticeable at mile 11 with a 9:10 split. Maintaining pace in those miles could yield a stronger finish. As a part of the WTF run club, Zach's performance reflects strong potential, with tactical adjustments being key for future races.