Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Adrian Gorica #43085 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

Balanced Pace with a Strong Finish Adrian Gorica maintained a consistent effort throughout the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. Starting off with a first-mile pace of 8:09, Adrian then slightly increased his speed to 8:04 in the second mile. The final mile was completed in 8:42, which indicates a slight slowdown, but Adrian managed to finish strong with an overall pace of 8:23 per mile. This balanced pacing is excellent for maintaining energy and staying strong throughout the race. Despite a drop in pace, Adrian's ability to compete with other entrants was evident as he secured the 18th spot in his M20-24 age division. Among 1972 total participants, Adrian placed 199th overall, while in the male category, he finished 135th. As a member of the "Buckeyes in Boulder" team, focusing on maintaining that middle-mile speed across the last mile could bolster future performance. Keep racing and pushing those limits!