Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Irene Bonanomi #42252 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 Pace Sets Division Leader Irene Bonanomi displayed a remarkable performance during the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. Her consistent pacing was a standout feature, as she maintained an average pace of 5:49 min/mile over the 3.1-mile course. Notably, Irene's fastest split was the second mile, clocking in at 5:37 min/mile, which helped her secure the first position in her division (F25-29). Her overall finish time was 18:04, placing her 45th out of 1972 participants and 12th among female competitors. In terms of pacing strategy, Irene showed a strong start with a 5:52 min/mile for the first mile. Maintaining and picking up speed significantly in the second mile, it reflects effective race management. Analyzing the third mile, a slightly slower split of 5:58 may indicate a point for review and potential improvement in endurance or speed sustainability in future races. Overall, Irene's performance was impressive, especially with her leadership in the F25-29 division.