Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Siddhant Desai #41977 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 Effort with Strong Start Siddhant Desai started his 5K race at the 2025 Boulderthon on a high note with an impressive 6:33 min/mile pace, positioning him at 109th overall and 79th among males. His first mile time of 6:33 demonstrated a strong start and eagerness to set a quick early pace, contributing effectively to his overall performance. While his pace naturally adjusted in the subsequent miles to 7:18 and 8:04 min/mile, Siddhant maintained consistent positioning in his division and gender. His overall time was a respectable 22:48, achieving 17th in his age group (M30-34). Maintaining a slightly more consistent pace throughout the race could improve performance. Focusing on pacing strategies might be beneficial for future races to enhance overall placement.