Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Chantz Powers #32397 Race: 2025 Boulderthon 10K Distance: 6.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Mid-Race Surge with Steady Finish Chantz Powers from Monrovia, CA, displayed a mix of pacing with noticeable incremental improvements in the middle stages of the 2025 Boulderthon 10K. Beginning with a steady 9:09 min/mile pace, his fastest split occurred in the second mile at 8:27 min/mile, improving his position in his age division temporarily. His performance peaked during this interval, reflecting strategic mid-race acceleration that effectively advanced his placement in the overall standings. Overall, Chantz completed the race in 56:20, averaging a solid 9:05 min/mile across the 6.2-mile course. While slight slowdowns occurred in the latter miles, with paces of 9:22 and 9:35 min/mile in miles 4 and 5, Chantz maintained a strong placement in his age group, finishing 30th in M20-24 among a field of 2,428 participants. For improved future results, focusing on sustaining the faster paces achieved earlier in the race could optimize his finishing placement.