Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Samuel M bacon #33614 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 Strategic Pacing Samuel displayed a balanced performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 10K. Starting with a solid pace of 9:43 min/mile in the first mile, he maintained a consistent pace through the race, highlighted by his second mile at 9:17 min/mile, which was his fastest split. His overall race pace was 9:56 min/mile, totaling an elapsed time of 1:01:37 over the 6.2 miles. He achieved 9th place in his division (M55-59) and 398th in his gender category. Notably, Samuels initial and concluding positions were strong, showing the importance of a steady rhythm. However, his fourth mile split of 10:55 min/mile suggests a potential area of focus for future races to maintain a more even pace throughout the longer distances. Overall, his commitment to a consistent effort shows great foundation and potential for further improvement. Keep working on that mid-race momentum to boost the overall average pace!