Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Kati Dunay #41784 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 Finish with Impressive Control Kati Dunay showcased her ability to accelerate and control pace at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. Initially, Kati faced a slower start with a 17:38 mile, placing her 436th overall. Her performance notably improved from there. By the second mile, her pace jumped impressively to 11:38 min/mile, displaying significant acceleration. The third mile further enhanced her performance with a 9:44 min/mile pace, showcasing her ability to maintain energy and improve speed as the race progressed. She finished with an overall time of 30:11 and an average pace of 9:44 min/mile. Her progression in the latter splits is commendable, indicating strong pacing management and endurance. Ending 436th overall among 1,972 participants, 178th for females, and notably 36th in her age division (F25-29), Kati delivered a strong finish. There may be an opportunity to explore strategies to gain momentum earlier in future 5Ks. Continued focus on pace management will yield even stronger outcomes.