Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Zachary Clayton #11075 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Pace with Strategic Speed Adjustments Zachary maintained a steady pace during the 2025 Boulderthon, completing the marathon in 3:57:44 with an overall pace of 9:04 min/mile. His performance is noteworthy for strategic speed adjustments, such as the 12:40 split at mile 4, where he slowed but later surged back impressively in mile 5 with a 5:18 split, showcasing his ability to adapt mid-race. He remained consistently around the 8:55 to 9:04 min/mile range throughout most of the race, indicating a strong endurance base. His overall placement was 445th out of 2,678 participants, landing him 359th among male competitors and 49th in his M35-39 division. For future races, focusing on more even pacing, especially noticeable drops in miles 4 and 24, could improve his overall time and maintain consistent rankings throughout. Keep refining pacing strategies in training to capitalize on this foundation.