Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Ben Davis #41544 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 Middle Distance Pacing in 5K Ben Davis participated in the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with a steady performance that showcased his pacing skills. He completed the race in 20:04, maintaining an average pace of 6:28 min/mile. His performance was consistent across the three-mile splits, each averaging close to his overall pace. Notably, his second mile was the fastest with a split time of 6:19 min/mile, showing his ability to maintain speed mid-race. Though Ben had minimal fluctuation in overall placements, finishing 78th out of 1972 participants and 54th among male competitors, his consistent pace is commendable. His final placement in the M20-24 age division was 8th, indicating strong competitiveness amongst his peers. Improving his pace in the later stages of the race could further enhance his performance. Continued focus on this area may lead to better sprint finishes and potentially higher placements in future races.