Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Joshua Blanchfield #32633 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 Mid-Race Pacing in 10K Joshua Blanchfield completed the 2025 Boulderthon 10K with a final time of 57:18, maintaining an average pace of 9:14 minutes per mile. The race consisted of six splits, where Joshua started with a 9:17 pace for the first mile and increased his speed in mile two to 9:03, achieving his fastest segment. Notably, he achieved his highest overall ranking in the fifth and sixth miles, where he held steady at 445th position overall and 272nd in gender. In the Male 45-49 division, Joshua finished 19th out of a total of 2428 participants. His steady pacing, especially evident in the last two miles, highlights an area of strength. Reviewing the mile four segment, where there was a slight pace increase to 9:35, could offer insights into strategies for maintaining speed throughout. Overall, Joshua's performance showcases a commendable balance of pace and endurance.