Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Michael Niemtschk #42502 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 Pace and Strong Finish Michael Niemtschk finished the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with a total time of 36:30, maintaining an overall pace of 11:46 min/mile. Notably, his transition from the first to the second mile saw a significant boost, dropping from a 21:12 min/mile pace to 13:58 min/mile. This indicates strong adaptation as he adjusted his pace considerably in the subsequent miles. He consistently placed 12th in the M60-64 division, showcasing a competitive performance within his age group. Analyzing his splits, mile three saw an improvement to 11:44 min/mile, indicating a robust finish and energy conservation for the latter stages. Michael consistently maintained his positioning throughout the race, although there was a slight decline in overall ranking. For future races, focusing on maintaining the pace achieved in the final mile throughout the race could further enhance overall performance. Keep up the focused energy in the later parts of the race.