Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Paul Ross #41445 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 Strong Start Paul Ross showcased a steady performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. His initial split of 9:45 min/mile at the 1-mile mark set a positive pace, placing him 6th in his M60-64 division. As the race progressed, a slight shift in pace was noted with split times of 10:13 min/mile for the second mile and 11:44 min/mile for the third, concluding with an overall time of 32:54, achieving a pace of 10:37 min/mile. Paul finished 9th in his division, out of 9 participants. While his initial pace was commendable, there was a gradual pace drop in the latter miles. Focusing on maintaining the initial pace throughout future races could enhance Paul's overall performance and division position. Continuing to build on this experience can lead to improved consistency and stamina in subsequent events.