Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Danielle Franco #31918 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 With Strong Finish Danielle Franco completed the 2025 Boulderthon 10K with an impressive consistency in pacing, culminating in a remarkable finish. Starting with a pace of 9:28 min/mile for the first mile, she gradually increased her speed, achieving a final mile pace of 8:25 min/mile. Her overall pace settled at 8:53 min/mile over the full 10K distance. Significantly, each mile showed progressive improvement in split times, demonstrating effective race strategy and stamina. Her efforts landed her in the 31st position in the F30-34 division out of a total of 2,428 participants, placing her 126th among female competitors. Her strongest improvement was noted between mile 4 and mile 5 with a swift drop to an 8:40 min/mile pace. Focusing on sustaining her pace earlier in the race could further enhance her performance. Overall, her strategic pacing contributed to a commendable race, showcasing potential for even stronger future results.