Results/Photos

Date: Oct. 11, 2025 Participant: Karen Gilmore #3311 Race: 2025 Boston 10K for Women 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Start but Slower Finish Karen Gilmore showcased a commendable performance in the 2025 Boston 10K for Women, maintaining a consistent pace during the initial three miles. Her pace was steady, averaging 9:31 to 9:34 min/mile, with her third mile clocking in slightly faster at 9:27 min/mile. This consistency displayed strong pacing skills early in the race, aiding her position as she initially placed 400th overall and held steady within her age division. Throughout the latter half of the race, there was a noticeable deceleration as her pace slowed from 10:01 min/mile in the fourth mile to 10:47 min/mile by the sixth mile. This resulted in an overall pace of 9:58 min/mile, ultimately completing the race with a time of 1:01:53. To further enhance her performance, focusing on maintaining stamina and speed through the latter stages of the race could be beneficial in future events. However, Karen's consistent start is a solid foundation to build upon for her next race.