Results/Photos

Date: Aug. 29, 2026 Participant: Octavio Contreras #5031 Race: 2026 Runtastic NEBO 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Division Finish with a Progressive Pace Octavio Contreras showcased a commendable performance at the 2026 Runtastic NEBO 5K. Starting with a 9:07 min/mile in the first mile, he demonstrated a steady improvement, clocking a pace of 8:32 min/mile in the second mile and finishing strong with an impressive 7:15 min/mile in the final stretch. This progressive pacing strategy highlights his ability to maintain energy and finish strongly. He secured the 1st place in the M30-34 age division, finishing 11th among male participants, and recorded an overall time of 25:28, averaging an 8:13 min/mile pace. The consistent acceleration across miles is noteworthy, showing room for his future race strategizing with a focus on sustaining the faster final mile pace earlier in the race. Octavio's strong finish in his division marks him as a competitive runner in his category.