Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Michael Reese #42174 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 Pacing Secures Top 10 in Division Michael Reese completed the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with an impressive finish time of 18:37, maintaining an average pace of 6:00 minutes per mile. His performance secured him the 7th place in the Male 30-34 division against a broad field of competitors. Reese demonstrated a strong ability to maintain consistent splits throughout the race, with very little variation in his pace. This consistency is highlighted by his splits of 6:07, 5:48, and 6:01 across the three-mile distance. Michael began strategically, completing the first mile in 6:07, and picked up his pace significantly during the second mile with a time of 5:48. He sustained a solid effort with a closing mile of 6:01. This even pacing across the race reflects disciplined running and strategic effort management. Strengthening speed endurance in the middle segment could further enhance his performance in future races, potentially moving him higher in the standings.