Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Kate Emerson #27410 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Performance with a Strong Finish Kate Emerson maintained a commendable pace throughout the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon, achieving an overall elapsed time of 1:46:57 with an average pace of 8:09 min/mile. She navigated the course effectively, keeping her pace relatively consistent. Notably, her performance surged with a strong final split, clocking in at 7:23 min/mile for the 13th mile, which was her fastest split. This improvement in the last mile suggests a strong finish and an effective use of energy throughout the race. While Kate placed 51st in her division (F25-29), she demonstrated impressive pacing consistency in the middle segments, though she experienced slight deceleration during the 7th and 11th miles. Reviewing pacing strategies around these segments could be beneficial to enhance her overall performance. Overall, Kate's consistent pace and strong finish highlight her capabilities and potential for future races.