Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Jake Lippa #41040 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 Secures Top 3 Division Finish Jake Lippa delivered a steady and commendable performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K, securing 3rd place in the M45-49 division. He maintained a consistent pace throughout the race, starting with a strong 6:14 min/mile in the first mile. His fastest split was the second mile at 6:06 min/mile, showing impressive ability to pick up the pace early on. Overall, he completed the 5K with an average pace of 6:17 min/mile, achieving an overall placement of 71st out of 1972 participants. Despite a slight increase in split time during the third mile (6:28), Jake maintained his division rank and improved his placement in the gender category from 50th to 48th by the end of the race. This indicates good tactical execution in preserving position. Focusing on maintaining the second miles pace throughout the race might yield an even stronger outcome in future events. Your dedication is clear, and this strong division finish highlights your potential. Keep up the solid effort, Jake!