Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: ? ? #41988 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

Strong Division Showing in the 5K The recent 5K at the 2025 Boulderthon showcased impressive performance at the top end of the O45-49 division. With an overall race time of 37:31, the athlete achieved the second best position within their division. It's worth noting the consistency in pacing allowed them to maintain a strong overall position, finishing in 895th place out of 1972 participants. Analyzing the splits reveals some excellent early pacing, with a standout first mile completed in 9:47. Although there was a slight slowdown in the subsequent splits, maintaining a steady pace through the remainder of the race was crucial for the placement achievement. This performance reinforces the importance of a fast start balanced by consistent pacing in ensuring a competitive division ranking. For future races, maintaining the initial pace could help improve overall standings.