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Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Caroline Procik #41074 Race: 2026 Boulderthon 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

A Strong Middle Mile Fuels a Steady 5K Finish Caroline Procik completed the 5K in 44:04. Her race built momentum early, dropping from a 13:53 opening mile to a quicker 12:38 second mile before easing to 16:15 over the closing stretch, a shape that reflects a strong middle push before the finish. That second mile stood out as her fastest of the day, a solid surge in the heart of the course. Running at altitude in Boulder, over 5,000 feet above sea level, adds context to that effort. She closed out her race on the historic Pearl Street Mall in downtown Boulder, capping the morning with a finish in one of the city's most iconic settings.