Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Ned Mathers #41268 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 Performance with a Strong Division Finish Ned Mathers showed impressive consistency during the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. Starting with an opening mile at a pace of 9:56, he initially ranked 2nd in the M75+ division. His pace slightly decreased, with the second mile at 10:29 and the third at 11:19, yet he maintained his division position throughout the race. This consistent approach illustrates stamina and effective pacing strategies. Mathers completed the 5K with a total elapsed time of 32:54, averaging a pace of 10:37 min/mile. He secured 2nd place in the M75+ division among a field of 1,972 participants, including finishing 330th among male participants. This performance highlights a well-managed race strategy. Continuing to focus on maintaining the initial mile pace could enhance overall performance in future races.