Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Brian Fleming #41970 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 Progression and Maintained Pace Brian Fleming from Superior, CO, delivered a consistent performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. Starting with an 11:00 min/mile pace for the first mile, Brian showed improvement by accelerating to a 9:24 min/mile pace in the second mile. His steady pace in the third mile at 10:15 min/mile highlights his ability to maintain performance without decline. Such pacing strategies are commendable for effective race management. Overall, Brian's average pace amounted to 10:13 min/mile for the 5K. In his division, M40-44, Brian secured 36th place, indicating competitive performance among peers in his category. With a final time of 31:40, Brian crossed the finish line 520th out of 1972 participants. Fine-tuning the transitions between split paces can further enhance his race strategies. Continuing to refine and adapt strategies with these insights can aid in future races, potentially resulting in even better performances. Keep up the solid work, Brian!