Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Cara Reed #43056 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 Performance with an Upward Trend Cara Reed demonstrated steady improvement in her pacing throughout the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. Beginning with a mile pace of 10:57, she quickly adjusted to quicker splits, finishing with a consistent 9:36 min/mile pace. Her overall placement saw a positive trend as she moved from 444th to 403rd across the three-mile splits. Impressively, she maintained a competitive edge in her division, F35-39, securing the 20th spot in both the 1-mile and 3-mile marks. Comparing previous statistics from the 2023 Boulderthon 10K, Cara showcased improved split management in this 5K event. By maintaining consistent and faster pace adjustments from a 9:09 min/mile in the previous race to a steady 9:36 min/mile, she demonstrated her adaptability and focus on refining her performance. For future races, continued emphasis on steady pacing in the initial stages will likely enhance her already promising race strategy. Great work, Cara!