Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Ashley Nelson #41355 Race: 2025 Boulderthon 5K Distance: 3.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Performance with Mid-Race Boost Ashley Nelson completed the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with an overall time of 21:09, averaging a pace of 6:49 minutes per mile. Her strongest segment was the second mile, where she achieved a split time of 6:31 and a noticeable increase in position within her gender category. This uptick reflects impressive stamina and speed midway through the race. She held steady among top competitors in her age division (F25-29), securing the 7th position out of a large field of participants. Across the three-mile course, Ashley demonstrated consistent pacing, with Elapsed Paces of 6:54, 6:42, and 6:48 minutes per mile, respectively. To further enhance her performance, she might focus on maintaining the strong momentum from her second-mile over the entire race. Given her overall placement and split times, she showcased a well-balanced effort that contributed to a commendable finish against nearly two thousand participants.