Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Hannah Dykens #41005 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 Pacing Leads to Division Victory Hannah Dykens displayed impressive consistency and stamina at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K, securing a first-place finish in the F20-24 division. Her initial split was 6:18 minutes for the first mile, indicating a strong start. Over the subsequent miles, her pace slightly decelerated to 6:38 and 7:03 respectively, but she successfully maintained a commendable average pace of 6:38 min/mile by the end. Her overall finishing time was 20:36. Throughout the race, Hannah demonstrated her competitive edge, finishing 84th overall out of 1,972 participants, 26th among all female competitors, and notably holding the top spot in her division consistently through all splits. While her second and third miles showed a minor slowdown, her ability to maintain division leadership reinforces her strong performance capabilities. Focus on endurance in longer stretches could enhance future races, and her effective pacing strategy will serve her well in upcoming challenges.