Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Brian Barran #32058 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 Pacing and Strong Mid-Race Gains Brian Barran ran a solid 10K at the 2025 Boulderthon, maintaining a consistent overall pace of 9:00 min/mile, with notable performance improvements mid-race. Starting with a pace of 9:25 min/mile for the first mile, he accelerated to 9:02 min/mile by the second mile. The most impressive gain came in the third mile, where he achieved his fastest split at 8:34 min/mile, enhancing his position significantly. In terms of placement, Brian finished in the 16th position in his M45-49 division out of a strong field of competitors. His steady pacing from mile four onward helped him maintain a competitive spot in the race. Splitting each mile strategically allowed him to navigate the race effectively, gaining ground in the later stages. Consider maintaining the mid-race momentum in future events to continue advancing position consistently.