Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Christopher Patterson #41432 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 Start with Opportunities to Gain Speed Christopher maintained a consistent start with a strong initial mile at a pace of 10:51 min/mile, securing a mid-pack position at 791st overall. Between the first and second mile, there was a noticeable deceleration, with the pace slowing to 12:25 min/mile. This resulted in a drop in placement to 974th overall. In the final stretch, Christopher completed the 5K at an elapsed time of 39:03, averaging a pace of 12:36 min/mile. He remained stable in his division, finishing 72nd among his age group (M30-34). As a member of the Highlanders, he demonstrated dedication in this event. To enhance his performance, consider incorporating interval training to boost his pace, especially in the later miles. This could help improve his overall positioning in future races.