Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Meseret Hart #20009 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Pace with Promising Gains Meseret Hart maintained a strong performance at the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon, completing the 13.1-mile race in 1:21:19 with an average pace of 6:12 min/mile. Starting strong, Hart completed the first mile in 5:37, holding onto the top ranks early on. As the race progressed, her pace slightly increased, ending with a final mile of 6:12, showing consistency throughout the race. Hart's performance this year marked an improvement over her previous Boulderthon result, where she finished with a time of 1:21:52 and a pace of 6:15 min/mile. Her consistent pacing early in the race, particularly during the first five miles, suggests potential areas to refine in maintaining the initial pace longer. Ranking 5th in her gender category against 6546 participants showcases her notable presence in the race. Continued focus on pacing strategies could enhance endurance and help maintain stronger rankings in future competitions.