Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Sarah Hower #41572 Race: 2026 Boulderthon 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Second Mile Powers a Steady 5K Finish Sarah Hower completed the 5K in 31:13, moving through the field of 2,677 entrants. Her race built with a strong second mile, clocked at 8:35, the fastest mile of her day and a full 55 seconds quicker than her opening mile. The final mile slowed to 12:00, closing out her effort at Boulder's elevation of over 5,000 feet. Her pacing shows a runner who found rhythm early, then eased back over the closing stretch. That second-mile surge stands out as the highlight of her race, and matching that intensity a bit deeper into the final mile could be worth exploring next time out. Every distance in this race finishes along the Pearl Street Mall, giving her a downtown close to a well-run effort.