Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Greg Fendler #41391 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

Smooth Tempo Adjustments and Solid Finish Greg Fendler ran a strong race with strategic adjustments in pacing. Starting at a 19:30 min/mile pace for the first mile, he quickly shifted gear after the initial segment, significantly improving to a 5:43 min/mile during the second mile. Greg maintained a stable pace in the third mile, clocking in at 6:16 min/mile, demonstrating excellent tempo management and ending with an overall pace of 10:31 min/mile for the 5K. In his division (M35-39), Greg placed 40th. Among 1972 participants in the 2025 Boulderthon, he secured the 581st position overall. Notably, his tactical pacing adjustments allowed him to gain and maintain positions, even as competition tightened towards the end. A potential area to explore is finding a more balanced pace between the first mile and subsequent splits, which could minimize initial time loss and enhance overall efficiency. Keep refining your pacing strategy, Greg!