Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Michael Manzo #41525 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

Steady Improvement Throughout the Race Michael Manzo participated in the 2025 Boulderthon 5K, demonstrating a consistent improvement in pace across the splits. Starting with a 20:50 pace for the first mile, he made significant strides by improving his pace to 13:43 in the second mile, and further accelerated to a solid 11:27 pace by the third mile. This progressive enhancement illustrates his capability to adapt and find a rhythm as the race progressed. Completing the race in 35:30, Michael maintained an average pace of 11:27 per mile. In his division (M30-34), he placed 63rd out of numerous participants, showing respectable performance. However, Michael could consider starting a little faster and maintaining momentum earlier in the race to maximize his potential and overall pace. Keep up the dedication, and continue focusing on pacing strategies.