Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Julia Branecky #42150 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 Effort Leads to Strong Category Finish Julia Branecky, an 11-year-old from Loveland, CO, completed the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with an official time of 30:08, achieving an average pace of 9:43 per mile. Impressively, she placed 10th in her F14 & Under division. Her splits showed a consistent effort, starting with 8:54 in the first mile. The subsequent miles were 9:12 and 11:13, with her pacing becoming a bit more varied as the race progressed. From a field of 1972 participants, Julia ranked 430th overall and 174th among female competitors, demonstrating competitive spirit. Maintaining a steady pace in the first two miles allowed her to secure a strong division finish. Focusing on pacing experience and consistency will be valuable in future races. Attention to even splits could enhance overall performance further. Congratulations on completing this 5K, Julia!