Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Nathan Watson #41688 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 Improvement Amidst Competitive Field Nathan showed notable progression in pace throughout the race. Starting the first mile with a pace of 20:10 min/mile, he made a remarkable adjustment, covering the second mile at 12:46 min/mile. By the third mile, he ramped up his speed significantly to a split pace of 5:34 min/mile. This improvement in each mile is noteworthy, indicating a well-managed pacing strategy. He finished the 5K in 32:06, resulting in an overall pace of 10:21 min/mile. In a field of 1,972 participants, Nathan placed 548th overall, 302nd in his gender, and 37th in the M35-39 division. His placement reflects solid competitiveness within his division. The final mile displayed the potential for sustained speed, and Nathan could explore maintaining this quicker pace earlier in future races to further enhance overall performance. Keep focusing on leg strength and endurance training to build on this solid foundation.