Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Bill King #41745 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 from Start to Finish Bill King demonstrated consistent improvement throughout the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. Beginning with a 18:46 min/mile pace for the first mile, Bill picked up speed substantially in the second mile, clocking a 4:57 min/mile pace. He further improved to a 5:20 min/mile pace by the third mile, reflecting a significant acceleration. Completing the 5K in 30:01 with an average pace of 9:41 min/mile, Bill earned the 15th position in the M50-54 division out of 1972 participants. One key takeaway is his ability to gain momentum during the race. Maintaining the faster pace from the start could elevate future performance. Focusing on pacing strategies may refine his overall time. Great effort, Bill!