Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Vanesa Cruz #41045 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 Start, Intense Finale Vanesa Cruz delivered a remarkable performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with a total time of 26:47 and an average pace of 8:38 min/mile. She maintained a consistent pace over the first two miles with split times of 0:35 min/mile. In the third mile, her pace changed to 1:13 min/mile, signaling a major shift. Notably, her early miles placed her second in both gender and division, showcasing strong initial placement. Her overall rank was 232 out of 1972 participants, and she secured a commendable 7th place in the Female 40-44 category. Being part of Team Las Estiradas! perhaps added camaraderie to her performance. While her quick start was impressive, aiming for a more stable pace across all miles could enhance her race economy and endurance. Continued focus on maintaining that early momentum throughout could lead to even greater achievements in future races.