Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Berenice Walling #41298 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 and Steady Performance in Boulderthon 5K Berenice Walling, representing the Highlanders team, completed the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with an elapsed time of 51:06 and an overall pace of 16:29 min/mile. Her consistency was notable, starting her race with a 15:11 min/mile pace at the first mile and maintaining a steady progression. Over the course of the race, her pace slightly adjusted, clocking in at 16:50 min/mile for the second mile and 17:20 min/mile for the third. In the female 35-39 division, Berenice placed 81st, showing a consistent rank throughout each split. Her position improved slightly after the first mile and remained stable thereafter. This steady approach suggests room to work towards even pacing in future races. Focusing on maintaining that early pace might yield improved timing and positioning in subsequent events. Overall, Berenice's performance benefits from her consistent pacing strategy, providing a solid foundation for future races.