Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Christopher Manley #33290 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

Consistent Performance in Steady Pace Christopher Manley maintained a steady pace throughout the 2025 Boulderthon 10K. Starting with an impressive 9:08 min/mile for the first mile, he placed 7th in his division. Over the next few miles, his pace saw a slight increase, with the most significant pace change reaching 9:59 min/mile in the fourth mile, which influenced his placement. Despite this, Christopher's overall performance in his division remained commendable, securing 10th place. Interestingly, mile five marked an improvement, with better placements overall and within the gender category. This suggests a capability for holding or even improving speed in the later stages of the race. Christopher finished the race with a total time of 59:39, averaging a 9:37 min/mile pace. For future races, focusing on consistency in the middle miles could further enhance marathon performance and improve overall race outcome. Good job on maintaining a strong finish!