Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Rachael Rudel #42555 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

Strong Performance with Consistent Splits Rachael Rudel delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K, representing Front Range Elite. Her overall time was 16:17, which translates to a 5:15 min/mile pace, securing 4th place among female participants. Her consistent pacing is evident, starting with a 5:00 min/mile in the first mile, a critical factor for her strong finish. In terms of splits, Rachael maintained a solid pace with slight variations: 5:00 minutes in the first mile, slowing only slightly in the second mile to 5:13, and finishing with a 5:31 in the third mile. The first split was particularly fast and positioned her 24th overall, demonstrating her effective strategy of establishing a strong start. For future races, concentrating on maintaining her pace from the initial mile might offer further gains in performance. Her effort is commendable and sets a strong benchmark for upcoming events.