Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Darwin Ferng #42844 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 Improvement Leads to Strong Finish Darwin Ferng ran the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with noticeable improvement in pace throughout the race. He started off at a 10:04 min/mile pace for the first mile, which he improved to 7:48 min/mile in the second mile. By the third mile, his pace steady at 8:24 min/mile, showcasing good strategy and energy management along the course. He completed the race with an overall time of 27:09, averaging an 8:45 min/mile pace. Darwin's finish placed him 240th overall out of 1972 participants, and 27th in his M30-34 division. His ability to finish stronger than he started suggests potential for even faster times with training focus on maintaining the second mile pace. Overall, it's a commendable performance with a clear avenue for progress in future races.