Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Rebecca Rutherford #42287 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 Effort Yields Steady Results in Boulderthon Rebecca maintained a steady pace throughout the 5K at the 2025 Boulderthon. Her initial mile split was 11:05 min/mile, placing her 718th overall, 346th among females, and 17th in her division. In the second mile, her pace slightly dropped to 11:07 min/mile, resulting in a slight shift in placement: 738th overall, 351st among females, and 15th in her age division. The final mile saw a minor increase in split time to 11:55 min/mile, finishing with an overall time of 35:19. Despite the increase in time, Rebecca's consistent effort saw her in the mid-range of her division ending 17th in the F55-59 category. For future races, focusing on sustaining or improving her pace in later miles could further enhance her performance. Staying consistent with team Sparkles will provide reliable support and potentially help improve pacing strategy.