Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Melissa Cooper #32000 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 Performance Among Top Finishers Melissa Cooper showcased impressive consistency at the 2025 Boulderthon with her 10K race performance. Completing the run in 53:20, her overall pace was 8:36 min/mile. Notably, she achieved 2nd place in her division (F50-54), out of a total of 2428 participants. The early parts of the race saw Melissa maintaining an even pace, averaging around 8:16 min/mile for the first two miles. She then kept within a close range for the rest of the race despite a slight pace decrease in the middle miles. Her performance remained strong, maintaining position among the top finishers in her division. Melissas pacing is commendable, maintaining a consistent cadence throughout the race. Considering her previous race experience in the 2024 Boulderthon Half Marathon, she has shown improvement over the longer distance. A focus on maintaining speed during the latter half of the race could refine her performance further. Keep up the great work!