Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Mike Feilbach #40456 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 Leads to Notable Improvement Mike Feilbach showcased impressive pacing skills at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. His splits reveal a steady effort with a notable acceleration in the final mile. Starting with a 6:45 min/mile pace for the initial mile, Mike consistently maintained pace before accelerating to 6:34 min/mile in the third mile. This resulted in an overall time of 20:37, marking a significant improvement from his previous 5K race in 2024, where he posted a time of 21:29. In competition, Mike moved up in standings as the race progressed, improving his overall position from 93rd to 85th. He secured 59th in the male category and 12th in his division (M30-34). This progression demonstrates well-executed strategic pacing. Mike has successfully improved his finish by both time and rank compared to last year. Going forward, further enhancement in mid-race pacing might provide even more competitive positioning. Excellent race, Mike!