Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Andrew Lichtenthal #23950 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Performance Stability with Key Mid-Race Momentum Andrew Lichtenthal's performance at the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon showcased consistent pacing with impressive moments of advancement. The race began with solid 8:01-minute miles, maintaining a stable pace through the initial five miles, reaching a noteworthy peak in placement at mile 4, moving up to 415th overall and 70th in his age division. This period marked his fastest relative positioning, demonstrating potential for maintaining competitive edge early in future races. Throughout the race, Andrew sustained a consistent pace, averaging 8:15 minutes per mile for a total time of 1:48:09, and finished 754th out of 6546 participants. Despite a slight deceleration in the latter miles, particularly the 8:51-minute split in mile 13, his overall finish reflects commendable endurance. Focusing on maintaining that early momentum could enhance future standing. Effective pacing and targeted speed work could refine performance in the final miles, potentially optimizing his race outcomes.