Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Chris Branecky #42248 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 Pacing Leads to Top Division Finish Chris Branecky demonstrated remarkable consistency in the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. Starting with a swift 8:59 min/mile, he improved his pace with each mile, finishing with an overall elapsed time of 27:27, averaging 8:51 min/mile. Notably, his third mile was the fastest at 8:47 min/mile, highlighting a strong finish and impressive pacing strategy. He placed 19th in the M40-44 division out of a large field of 1972 participants. Chris moved up 48 places overall from the first mile to the finish, and his steady advancement within his division from 22nd to 19th indicates efficient pacing throughout the race. For future races, focusing on targeting an even faster start could be beneficial given his strong conclusion. With his commitment, even better performances are likely in any upcoming events.