Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Alaina Sliz #41944 Race: 2025 Boulderthon 5K Distance: 3.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Effort and Steady Performance Alaina Sliz participated in the 2025 Boulderthon 5K representing "Running on Epi." Her performance was marked by a steady progression, showcasing consistency throughout the race. The initial mile was completed at a pace of 10:42 min/mile, reflecting a solid start. Her second mile saw a slight improvement in pace at 10:37 min/mile before a slight deceleration in the final mile with a pace of 11:10 min/mile. Overall, Alaina finished the 5K in 33:28, maintaining an average pace of 10:47 min/mile. She placed 632nd overall, 280th among female participants, and 56th in her division. It's noteworthy how Alaina managed to maintain a consistent overall performance despite the slowing in the final stretch. Focusing on sustaining the initial pace during the latter stages of future races could further enhance her performance. Well done, Alaina!