Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Mella Strand #21048 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

Strong Start, Steady Finish, Potential for More Consistency Mella Strand's performance at the 2025 Boulderthon demonstrated a promising start with room for improvement in pacing consistency. The first mile was completed in 11:01, securing 272nd place in her division. Notably, her fastest split was mile five, achieved in a quick 6:24, significantly improving her position to 178th. However, mile four showed a decrease in speed with a 15:34 time, indicating a potential area to focus on for pacing balance. Throughout the race, Mella's placement varied, highlighting the need for maintaining a steady pace. Despite fluctuations, she finished the half marathon in 2:31:35, placing 359th in her division of F20-24. Her team, Elevation Nation, could potentially support her to harness her ability for consistent performance. With thoughtful adjustments to pacing strategy, leveraging her evident starting strength and middle mile capabilities, Mella can aim to enhance her overall race standing in future events.