Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Braulio Mendez #41028 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, Strong Finish Braulio Mendez maintained consistent pacing in the 2025 Boulderthon 5K with a commendable start and a noticeable effort at the end. His initial mile was completed in 9:25, placing him 367th overall and 219th among males. During the second mile, Braulio improved his pace to 9:15, though his overall rank shifted to 457th. The third mile saw a slight drop in pace to 10:50, resulting in an overall placement of 459th. Finishing the 5K run in 30:39 with an average pace of 9:53 per mile, Braulio demonstrated resilience and determination. Among male participants, he ranked 271st, and in his division (M35-39), he secured a respectable 32nd place. Braulios splits suggest a solid foundation with room to enhance pace consistency in future races. Focusing on maintaining his pace across all splits could further improve his performance.