Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Mariel Gelinas #41809 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

Steady Performance with Minimal Pace Variation Mariel Gelinas completed the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with an overall time of 27:11, maintaining an impressive average pace of 8:46 min/mile. Her performance was consistent across the race, starting with an 8:31 min/mile pace in the first mile and finishing with a slightly slower 9:04 min/mile in the third mile. Placing 8th in her division (F40-44), she maintained solid positions, staying steady at 7th or 8th throughout. While Mariel's average pace decreased marginally by less than 1 minute per mile over the course of the race, her ability to stay within her division's top 10 demonstrates her stamina and competitive spirit. Consider refining your pacing strategy to maintain a consistent speed throughout, which could enhance overall performance. Great job on keeping a determined pace and securing a strong divisional finish!