Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Raphael Workman #24688 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 Effort with Strong Placement in Division Raphael Workman displayed a consistent pacing strategy throughout the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon. His total time was 3:25:29, averaging a pace of 15:41 min/mile. Notably, Raphael showed a strong performance in his age division (M45-49), finishing 99th out of what appears to be over 100 competitors. This is a commendable achievement given the scale of the event with 6546 participants. His splits indicate well-maintained efforts, with standout moments at mile 6 showing an improvement to a 12:45 min/mile pace. While some splits saw an increased pace timelike miles 10 and 11its useful to focus on the stabilizing factors that led to a solid finish. Improving the consistency in later miles could provide a strategic edge. Overall, Raphael's performance within his division, finishing in 99th place, highlights his ability in competitive settings.