Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Tyler Fitzgerald #11927 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 Start with Room to Close Stronger Tyler began the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon with a solid pace, maintaining consistent splits around the 8:30 min/mile mark for much of the first half. Notably, he achieved his fastest splits during miles 5 and 6, clocking in at 6:56 min/mile. Through the midpoint, Tyler maintained a commendable position, frequently staying in the mid-30s of his division repeatedly, showcasing his stamina and pace control at this stage. Though there was a gradual slowdown towards the latter part of the race, his performance remained strong overall. By mile 24, the split dipped to 13:31 min/mile, suggesting fatigue that could be improved upon in future races. Tyler completed the marathon with an overall time of 4:15:50, an elapsed pace of 9:45 min/mile. Continuous pacing training and speed endurance work could enhance his final miles, ensuring he can maintain early race momentum through the finish line.