Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Margot Eldred #21052 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 Pacing and Strong Finish Margot Eldred ran the 2025 Boulderthon with a final time of 2:18:03, maintaining an average pace of 10:32 min/mile across the 13.1 mile half marathon course. She showed excellent consistency in her pacing, particularly in the middle miles, with split paces consistently just above the 10:30 mark. The standout performance was her ninth mile, clocking an impressive 8:04 min/mile split, which indicates a strong capability for faster speeds. Margot's steady approach placed her 263rd in the F20-24 division out of the total 6546 participants. She exhibited a consistent effort, but the varied pace at mile ten suggests potential benefits in pacing strategy adjustment. As a member of the Elevation Nation team, focusing on maintaining that burst of speed demonstrated in the ninth mile toward the end of the race could further enhance her performance. Her ability to execute a steady race indicates solid foundational endurance, perfect for future improvements.