Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Robert Schouten #26654 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 with Notable Surges Robert Schouten maintained a steady pace in the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon, averaging a pace of 7:40 min/mile over the 13.1-mile course. His pacing strategy was consistent, mostly in the sub 7:45 range, with exceptional surges during miles 5 and 12, where he clocked a 7:31 and 7:26 split, respectively. Such bursts are commendable and can be strategically advantageous. Despite a slightly slower split at mile 11 of 7:58, Robert's overall performance showed strong pacing recovery in subsequent miles. Ending with an overall time of 1:40:34, his placement in the top 10% of his age division, M25-29, indicates his competitiveness. Roberts strategic accelerations and ability to hold a steady pace are strengths to leverage in future races. Focusing on maintaining pace through difficult segments could further enhance performance. Keep steady improvements in mind for the next race.