Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Taryn Alford #32396 Race: 2025 Boulderthon 10K Distance: 6.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Progression with Strategic Gains Taryn Alford showcased an impressive consistency in the 2025 Boulderthon 10K, maintaining a steady pace around 9:27 min/mile throughout the race. This strategic pacing allowed her to notably progress from 736th place overall at the start to 538th by the end. Positioned 218th out of all female participants and securing the 50th spot in the F30-34 division highlights strong competitiveness within her category. Throughout the 6.2-mile course, Taryn managed to slightly improve her pace, particularly visible between the 2nd and 3rd mile, with a split time of 9:23 min/mile. An analysis of her placements reveals that she made significant gains in her division, improving by 22 places from the first mile to the finish. Focusing on maintaining this incremental pace improvement in future races could further enhance her competitiveness and ranking. Her dedication and pacing strategy were commendable throughout this race.