Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Mary Baker #33706 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 Effort with Incremental Splits Mary Baker delivered a consistent performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 10K. Covering the 6.2-mile course with an overall pace of 10:34 min/mile, she maintained a steady rhythm throughout the race. Her splits showed a gradual increase in pace, starting with a 9:39 min/mile in the first mile and finishing at 11:27 min/mile at mile six. Notably, Mary achieved her fastest split of 9:39 min/mile in the first mile, securing her highest placement of 579th overall at that point. As the race progressed, Mary's placements fluctuated, with her best being 63rd in her division after five miles. Her overall time of 1:05:36 highlights her ability to sustain effort over the course. Maintaining her form in the later miles could help further improve her performance. This race will serve as a solid benchmark for refining pacing strategies in future events.