Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Scott Meng #33663 Race: 2025 Boulderthon 10K Distance: 6.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Improved Consistency and Division Success Scott Meng of Loveland, CO, delivered a solid performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 10K, maintaining an overall pace of 6:29 min/mile and finishing with an elapsed time of 40:14. Notably, Scott advanced his time by over 2 minutes compared to his previous participation in the 2024 Boulderthon, where he completed the race in 42:18. This improvement highlights a significant progression in pace from 6:49 to 6:29, demonstrating enhanced speed and endurance over the past year. Scott consistently maintained a strong position in the M35-39 division, placing 4th overall. At the 1-mile mark, his position was 10th among gender competitors, pulling into third in the division by the second mile. Although he experienced a slight deceleration during the latter splits, maintaining this consistency in the top division ranks reflects a refined racing strategy. A focus on sustaining early split speeds might further elevate future performance and position. Keep pushing forward, Scott!