Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Oz Markman #12475 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

Strong Start, Steady Finish Oz Markman executed a strong race start at the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon. Through the initial stages, he maintained consistent splits under 7-minute miles, including a commendable first mile at a 6:34 pace. The first half of the course showed remarkable pacing, hovering just below and above 7-minute miles, peaking with a notable 7:05 pace at Mile 10. These metrics reveal impressive early race pacing and fuel management. As the marathon progressed, the pace gradually slowed, moving into the high 8-minute range by Mile 21. The overall race time of 3:44:55 results in an 8:35 average pace throughout the race. Given these statistics, identifying strategies to maintain early race paces during the latter stages could enhance performance in future marathons. Consistency throughout reveals resilience, while focusing on sustaining mid-race pace could yield an even stronger finish. Solid effort amidst a competitive field of 2,678 participants!