Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Jacob vargish Jacob vargish #33229 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

Steady Improvement in the Second Half Jacob Vargish showcased a consistent performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 10K, recording an overall time of 1:14:12 with a pace of 11:58 min/mile. Age 51 and hailing from Castle Rock, CO, Jacob placed 22nd in the Men's 50-54 division, out of 2428 participants. His pacing demonstrates a notable improvement, especially in the latter half of the race. Starting with a first mile split of 12:21, he managed his speed effectively to log a faster last split of 10:21. The fifth-mile split was his fastest, clocking in at 11:05. This showcases an ability to accelerate when needed, suggesting a good strength reserve. Although his fourth-mile split of 13:26 indicated a slight pace drop, Jacob quickly regained momentum, a crucial skill in maintaining overall race performance. For future races, aiming for more consistent pacing across all splits could further enhance his results. Keep building on those strong finishes, Jacob!