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Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Kaitlin Ryan #40510 Race: 2026 Boulderthon 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Steady 5K Effort With a Strong Middle Mile Kaitlin Ryan finished the 2026 Boulderthon 5K in 32:21, covering 3.1 miles through downtown Boulder. Her race unfolded in three distinct phases: an opening mile at 10:09, a notable pickup to 9:15 through mile two, then a settling pace of 11:43 to close things out. That middle mile stood out as her fastest stretch of the race, showing a solid surge before the finish. Racing at altitude in Boulder, sitting above 5,000 feet, adds a layer of difficulty to any pace management, and Ryan's ability to find a quicker gear in the second mile reflects good pacing instincts. Should she look to build on this result, working toward carrying that mile-two rhythm through the final stretch could be a rewarding focus for next time.