Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Adriany Melendez #41190 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 Early Pace, Challenging Finish Adriany Melendez from Denver, CO completed the 2025 Boulderthon 5K in a time of 25:10, managing an overall pace of 8:07 min/mile. He started strong with a 7:57 pace for the first mile, maintaining a steady energy distribution in the early stages. His second mile was his fastest, clocking in at 7:38, showcasing a solid mid-race push. The third mile showed some variability. With a split time of 8:42 for the final mile, it suggests a slight decrease in pace towards the end. Placing 22nd in the M25-29 division is a commendable achievement. Maintaining a consistent pace in future races might help to achieve even stronger finishes. Good central performance with minor adjustments to the last segment portions can lead to more optimal overall times. Keep focusing on maintaining that strong second mile energy throughout the entire race. Well done!