Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Annmarie Kirkpatrick #42553 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 Showing with Remarkable Division Performance Annmarie Kirkpatrick completed the 2025 Boulderthon 5K in 17:57, maintaining an impressive overall pace of 5:47 min/mile. Among a total of 1972 participants, Kirkpatrick excelled, particularly in her division, securing the top spot in the F40-44 age group. Her consistent performance is highlighted by a very fast start with her first mile at 5:24 min and maintaining strong paces of 5:40 min/mile and 6:12 min/mile for the subsequent miles. Notably, Annmarie's splits demonstrated a consistent decline in pace, which slightly increased her average mile time. Despite this, she secured the 10th position amongst females, showcasing her competitive edge. Focusing on pacing strategies and even splits might help maintain her speed throughout future races. Her results and first-place division finish reflect both strength and strong potential for continued success in competitive racing. Her commitment as a member of Front Range Elite clearly pays dividends.