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Date: Aug. 8, 2026 Participant: Ben Burton #2168 Race: 2026 Runtastic HEBER 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent and Strong Performance from Start to Finish Ben Burton delivered a solid performance at the 2026 Runtastic HEBER 5K. Throughout the race, he maintained a consistent pace with an impressive final time of 25:17. His overall pace was 8:09 min/mile, highlighting his steady effort across the 3.1-mile course. Ben's performance placed him 2nd in the M45-49 division, emphasizing his competitiveness within his age group. Analyzing his splits, Ben started with an 8:26 min/mile pace for the first mile. There was a slight slow down in the second mile at 8:43 min/mile, but he picked up the pace significantly in the final mile, clocking in at 7:40 min/mile. This strong final mile is a key point of strength. As his coach, encouraging him to maintain this final mile pacing strategy could further enhance performance consistency across the entire race.