Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Teo Grimaldi #41639 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 Momentum with Impressive Mid-Race Surge Teo Grimaldi completed the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with an overall time of 36:34, averaging an 11:47 min/mile pace. Starting with a 14:47 min/mile on the first mile, there was a notable improvement as the race progressed. The second mile saw a quicker pace at 11:27 min/mile, demonstrating a strong ability to maintain momentum. By the third mile, Teo achieved his fastest split with a pace of 9:42 min/mile, finishing strong. His overall placement was 838th out of 1972 participants, placing 413th out of all male competitors and 82nd in the Male 25-29 division. The pacing improvements between each mile highlight strong endurance, but consistency could be enhanced early in the race. Analyzing pacing strategies for the initial mile might aid in reducing starting splits, potentially leading to even stronger finishes in future events.