Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Kathleen Smith-jones #41654 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 Dominance in Division F65-69 Kathleen Smith-Jones showcased exceptional performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K, securing the 1st place in her division, F65-69. Her consistent pacing is a highlight, with an overall elapsed time of 33:11 and an average pace of 10:42 min/mile. She impressively maintained her position in the F65-69 division throughout the course, demonstrating strong endurance and race strategy. Examining split times reveals that Kathleen started with a solid pace of 10:26 in the first mile, improving to 10:11 in the second mile, before slowing slightly in the third mile at 11:30. This indicates a potential area to focus on improving stamina in the latter stages of the race. Nevertheless, her ability to consistently lead her division marks an impressive performance, particularly with an overall finish among 1,972 participants. Continuing to fine-tune her pacing could further enhance her competitive edge.