Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Anthony Kraft #33444 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 Start, Gradual Slowdown in 10K Performance Anthony Kraft completed the 2025 Boulderthon 10K in 58:34, averaging a pace of 9:26 min/mile. He secured 6th place in the M60-64 division, which is commendable. Notably, his initial mile showcased strong pacing at 8:08, indicating a promising start. His splits showed a gradual slowdown. Starting at an 8:08 pace in the first mile, the pace shifted to 9:57 by the fourth mile, with the final mile recorded at 10:51. By examining these trends, focusing on sustaining that strong initial pace might be beneficial for future races. In comparison to his 2023 Boulderthon Half Marathon time, he's demonstrated strong progress in pacing, moving from a 10:29 min/mile to 9:26 min/mile over the 10K distance, showing an overall improvement in short-distance conditioning.