Results/Photos

Date: Aug. 29, 2026 Participant: Matthew Barrett #5010 Race: 2026 Runtastic NEBO 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Secures Strong Division Finish Matthew Barrett delivered a steady performance at the 2026 Runtastic NEBO 5K. He maintained a consistent pace across the entire race, with splits of 8:53, 8:43, and 8:41 per mile. His final elapsed time was 27:06 with an overall pace of 8:44 per mile. Impressively, he held 22nd place overall throughout the race and secured 2nd in his M45-49 division out of a total of 211 participants. The stepwise improvement in pace from 8:53 in the first mile to 8:41 by the third mile highlights a well-executed racing strategy. Keeping a steady performance, especially with splits showing improvement, is a commendable skill that he demonstrated effectively. To optimize future races, Matthew might explore slightly faster pacing in his initial mile to see if he can sustain the pace improvement across the race. Congratulations on your strong division finish!