Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Ryan Heller #13453 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Start, Challenging Finish Ryan Heller, racing in the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon, recorded an overall time of 4:28:45 with an average pace of 10:15 min/mile. Starting strong, Ryan improved his pacing at the second mile, achieving a split time of 8:20 min/mile. His fastest split was in the fifth mile, coming in at an impressive 5:17 min/mile. Ryan's initial miles demonstrated control and capability, moving from 572nd to 383rd place overall by the fifth mile. As the race progressed, Ryan's pace varied, particularly after the fourth mile where a substantial increase in split time to 13:40 min/mile was noted. This affected his later positions, dropping to 914th place by the 26th mile. His dedication saw him maintain a steady rhythm, ensuring a finish within the top half overall and top third in his division. Focusing on endurance, particularly in later stages, may achieve even stronger results in future events.