Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Michael Oliva #11635 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 Pacing Secures Top Division Finish Michael Oliva from Louisville, CO, demonstrated remarkable consistency and pacing during the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon. Finishing with an impressive time of 2:44:40 and an average pace of 6:17 min/mile, he maintained strong performance throughout the race. Notably, Michael sustained a consistent placement throughout his division, securing 1st in the M45-49 category at each mile checkpoint. Overall, he achieved a robust 9th place finish out of 2678 participants. Examining split times, Michael's pace ranged closely around the 6:20 mark, with splits like mile 19 and mile 25 showing extra bursts of speed at 5:54 and 5:56 min/mile, respectively. These splits indicate a strong finish despite the length of the marathon, particularly visible in the final portions of the race. Small improvements could be explored between miles 9 and 11 for a more even energy distribution, yet his performance showcases his endurance and pacing proficiency.