Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Ashley Frye #20310 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

Pacing Boosts Strong Finish Ashley Frye delivered a commendable half marathon performance at the 2025 Boulderthon. Starting with a solid first mile at a 6:42 pace, she quickly improved her speed, hitting a 6:14 pace by mile 10. This gradual acceleration is noteworthy, showcasing her ability to adapt and push her limits as the race progressed. Ashley's performance in the female 25-29 age division was particularly impressive, finishing as the division leader from mile 9 onwards. Furthermore, Ashley's consistent pacing allowed her to climb from 150th place overall to an impressive 68th by the end. Her average pace of 6:28 per mile over the 13.1-mile course demonstrates endurance and strong race strategy. Ashley ranked 10th among all female participants, indicating her competitive edge. While her performance is commendable, maintaining her form towards the closing miles could help sustain or build on her pace to challenge for even higher rankings in future races.