Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: ? ? #42569 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

Steady Improvement Noted in Splits The 2025 Boulderthon 5K showcased a commendable performance with a final time of 34:56 and an average pace of 11:16 min/mile. Notably, consistent placing in overall and division standings was sustained across the event. The initial mile recorded a split time of 21:32, but significant improvement was observed with the second split at 5:53 per mile, reflecting a marked positive pace adjustment. An examination of pacing reveals a strategic acceleration, with the third mile achieved at a split pace of 6:34 per mile. Maintaining consistency and perhaps focusing on a quicker start could further optimize performance in future events. Comparing these results to prior runs, particularly in marathon events, it might be beneficial to incorporate sustained speed work to enhance the overall pace in shorter distances. Keep up the great effort, and consider integrating sprint intervals in training to optimize race starts.