Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: William Wetzel #11675 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish William Wetzel maintained consistent pacing throughout the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon, finishing with an average pace of 8:58 min/mile. Noteworthy performances included the 5th mile at a pace of 8:53 min/mile, which significantly improved his placement from 561 to 407 overall. His closing mile was especially strong, completing it in 8:44 min/mile. Despite starting with a slower pace of 9:08 min/mile during the first mile, William effectively adjusted and found a more efficient rhythm. The split times reveal notable consistency, specifically from mile 10 to 15, maintaining a sub-9:00 min/mile pace. However, there was a slight slowdown in the 24th and 25th miles, with times slightly over 9:00 min/mile. Focusing on maintaining an even split in later miles could further enhance his performance. Overall, Williams persistence and strategic pacing contributed to a commendable finish in his division and overall.