Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Kholten Nelson #33227 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 Mid-Race Recovery Leads to a Steady Finish Kholten Nelson showed an impressive ability to adjust her pace in the 2025 Boulderthon 10K, with a total time of 1:02:45 and an average pace of 10:07 min/mile. Starting strong with a 9:56 for the first mile, she encountered a slowdown in the second and third miles, completing them in 10:09 and 10:54 respectively. A useful recovery was noted in the fifth mile with a split pace of 9:46, which was her fastest mile after the initial one. Significantly, Nelson's pacing reflected potential for even distribution. Her adjustments during the second half suggest strong endurance and mental resilience. Ending with a mile at 9:41, she demonstrated a great finish, positioning herself 49th in the F20-24 division among 2428 participants. For future races, focusing on maintaining a consistent pace through the middle sections could aid in harnessing her strength to improve overall time.