Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Jason Romero #13299 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Effort with Notable Improvements in Pace Jason Romero, a 55-year-old runner from Denver, participated in the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon, completing the race in 4:34:04 with a pace of 10:27 min/mile. Despite varying paces over the course, he maintained a steady effort throughout the distance. Notably, Jason showed an impressive pace during mile 5 and 6, clocking in at 8:11 min/mile, which reflected a significant improvement compared to the day's overall pace. His consistent placement within his division (M55-59) ranked him 11th throughout most of the race, indicating his steady performance against peers. Opportunities for future races could focus on sustaining this improved pace over longer stretches. For instance, as the race progressed past mile 16, there was a noticeable deceleration, especially during the 21st mile, with a pace of 12:00 min/mile. Analyzing these aspects could offer avenues for enhancing endurance and pacing strategy, especially in later stages. Overall, Jason's steady performance in this marathon is commendable.