Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Isaac Nickelson #32329 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

Strong Pace Start with Room for Consistency Isaac Nickelson showed a commendable start at the 2025 Boulderthon 10K with his first mile pace at 9:54 min/mile. He completed the 10K with a total time of 1:04:12, holding an average pace of 10:21 min/mile. During the first half, Isaac maintained a strong initial position of 662nd place overall, which later adjusted through the race as more participants completed the course. Isaac's pacing saw a gradual decrease in speed, with a notable difference between the initial and final miles. This was evidenced by his split pace of 10:50 min/mile at mile 4. Strategically pacing through all splits without significant drop-offs could enhance stability across future races. Overall, he finished 67th in his division (M35-39), showcasing the competitive nature of his age group. Analyzing pacing strategies could help maintain initial momentum in future races.