Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Thomas Spiegler #43012 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 Splits Earn Steady Gains Thomas maintained a consistent pace throughout his 5K at the 2025 Boulderthon. His splits were remarkably steady, starting with a pace of 6:31 min/mile in the first mile, followed by 6:33 min/mile in the second. He finished strong with a third mile pace of 6:28 min/mile, bringing his overall pace to 6:28 min/mile for an elapsed time of 20:05. These consistent efforts translated to solid improvements in his placement, moving from 83rd to 79th overall. Within his gender category, he ranked 55th out of all male participants. In his age division, M30-34, he managed to secure 11th place out of many competitors. Keeping up this level of performance could see further advancements in future races. Exploring strategies for a faster start could aid in improving overall placement further.