Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Carrie Zielinski #32072 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 with a Steady Pace Carrie Zielinski maintained a consistent performance in the 2025 Boulderthon 10K, showcasing her steady pacing throughout the race. Starting the race with a solid 9:15 pace in the first mile, her splits displayed a slight increase in time as the distance progressed. Her overall pace landed at 10:03 min/mile, resulting in a respectable finish time of 1:02:20. Her dedication is evident in sustaining a rhythm across all splits, with the first and fifth miles being the fastest. While her pacing was steady, Carrie's overall and division standings fluctuated throughout the race. Notably, she saw a strong moment between the fourth and fifth miles, moving up from 765th to 541st place overall. Finding the balance between maintaining pace and moving up in the standings could be beneficial in future races. Concentrating on a consistent split time, as seen in the fifth mile, could enhance her overall performance further.