Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Sam Lenzen #41227 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 Performance with Strong Mid-Race Pace Sam Lenzen's performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K showed commendable pacing with a steady run. Starting with a pace of 9:23 min/mile for the first mile, Sam picked up speed during the second mile, clocking an impressive 8:55 min/mile, which marked his fastest split. This strategic pacing allowed him to improve his position, moving up in the ranks for his division. Sam finished the race in 28:43, holding an average pace of 9:15 min/mile. In a field of 1972 participants, Sam's consistent pacing was reflected in his placement as 332nd overall and 38th in his division of Men 25-29. The slight slowdown in the final split of 9:25 min/mile indicates a potential area for finishing strong. Focusing on maintaining mid-race momentum could further optimize overall performance and endurance, leading to even better results in future races. Keep up the consistent effort!