Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Kevin j Kraus #42138 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 Division Performance with Consistent Pace Kevin J. Kraus demonstrated an impressive performance in the 2025 Boulderthon 5K, maintaining a consistent pace across the race. Starting strong with an initial mile at 6:01 per mile, his pace slightly decreased to 6:29 in the second mile and 6:48 in the third. Despite these shifts, Kevin secured a notable standing within his division, finishing first in the M50-54 category, showcasing his competitive edge at the age of 52. Overall, Kevin achieved a commendable finish time of 19:55 with an average pace of 6:25 per mile, placing him 76th out of 1972 participants. His gender performance was strong, placing 53rd in the male category. The slightly increasing split times suggest the possibility of focusing on endurance training to maintain pace in the later stages of the race. However, Kevin's division success speaks to his skill and dedication to his sport.