Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Christopher Coleman #10362 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

Steady Start and Strong Finish: A Persistent Marathon Journey Christopher Coleman maintained a consistent performance throughout the first half of the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon. Starting with an impressive 7:54 min/mile for the first mile, he demonstrated a strong pace early on. By mile 10, although his pace slightly dropped to 8:14 min/mile, he held his position with moderate fluctuations, moving from 204th to a stable mid-pack position. This indicates a strategic approach to pacing, allowing him to capitalize on his endurance for the remainder of the race. As the marathon progressed, Christopher experienced a pace shift, particularly noticeable after mile 15, with his pace dropping to 9:26 min/mile by mile 20. The challenge was significant towards the end, where his final pace reached 10:10 min/mile. Despite the late-stage fatigue, Christopher showed resilience, concluding the marathon with an overall time of 4:26:24. For future races, incorporating targeted endurance training and speed work could help sustain the early race pace throughout the entire course.