Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Abby Armstrong #42622 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 a Strong Finish Abby Armstrong demonstrated notable progress in her recent 5K race performance at the 2025 Boulderthon. Starting with an initial pace of 12:49 min/mile, she quickly improved in the second mile to 9:51 min/mile, showcasing a significant adjustment in pace that enhanced her race position from 776th to 669th overall. Her persistent effort was evident in the third mile, where she maintained a consistent pace of 9:56 min/mile, further advancing her position to 660th overall. Overall, Abby completed the race with an average pace of 10:48 min/mile, earning her a commendable placement of 33rd in her age division (F20-24). Building on the improvements seen between the first and second splits could further enhance her race performance. Abby's consistent pacing towards the end of the race is a strong aspect of her race strategy and suggests excellent pacing potential for future races.