Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Laura Combs #41819 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 and Strategic Gains Laura Combs showcased a steady 5K performance at the 2025 Boulderthon. Starting strong, her first mile clocked in at 12:59 min/mile. By the second mile, she picked up her pace to 11:30 min/mile, showcasing impressive improvement. Throughout the race, her average pace was consistent at 12:14 min/mile, contributing to her overall time of 37:58. This strategic pacing reflects strength mid-race, contributing to her placement at 46th in the F35-39 division. Position-wise, Laura made gains, ending in 928th place overall and 477th in the female category. Notably, she improved her division standing from 49th to 46th as the event progressed, despite an increasing field of competitors. Consider focusing on consistency across all splits to build on this solid performance. Keep up the good work with your team at Mercer Advisors, and continue honing that mid-race drive. Great job, Laura!