Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Kasey Ellison #32569 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

Steady Start, Strong Finish: A Consistent 10K Performance Kasey Ellison completed the 2025 Boulderthon 10K with a total time of 1:01:48 and an overall pace of 9:58 minutes per mile. Starting strong, her initial mile was her fastest at 8:55, placing her 362nd overall and 24th in her F25-29 division. As the race progressed, the pacing remained consistent, with the second split just slightly off at 9:02, indicating a steady effort. The last three miles allowed Kasey to reclaim a few positions, finishing 550th at the fifth mile with a split pace of 11:08. The final split saw an improvement, closing at a pace of 9:54 per mile, ending the race in 738th overall position. The balance between strength and endurance was evident, with a particularly impressive ability to maintain focus throughout the mid-race sections. Concentrated efforts on sustaining earlier speed could provide opportunities for further gains.