Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Anna Markova #42691 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 Improvement and Strong Division Placement Anna Markova demonstrated noticeable progress at the 2025 Boulderthon, completing the 5K with an overall time of 36:12 and an average pace of 11:40 min/mile. This is a significant improvement from her previous year's performance, where she clocked in at 39:42 with a 12:48 min/mile pace. Anna's consistent pacing strategy is evident, as her splits were 11:23, 11:33, and 12:01 min/mile. Her excellent performance secured her 18th place in the F45-49 division, distinguishing her within her age group. With participation growing to 1,972 from 1,257 last year, Anna held strong at 404th place among women, showcasing her tenacity amidst more competition. Her steady pace throughout the race is a key takeaway, but there might be an opportunity to slightly enhance her middle split for even better results. Keep building on this trajectory, as consistency and refined split management could further enhance your racing outcomes.