Results/Photos

Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Liz Qian #40433 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Start with Opportunities for Steady Finish Liz maintained a consistent pace in the first two miles of the 5K at the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest. Beginning with a 9:46 min/mile split, she showed a slight, manageable decrease to 9:50 min/mile during the second mile. Her overall pace for the race was 10:16 min/mile, indicating room to sustain early splits later in the race for a stronger finish. Notably, Liz gained placement in the overall standings and gender categories during the second mile, moving from 948th to 859th overall and 315th to 277th in the women's category. However, the pace in the third mile shifted to 11:17 min/mile. Focusing on maintaining pace into the final mile can help Liz yield even better results in future races. Consider strategies such as interval training to enhance consistent pacing under race conditions. Keep up the dedication with the On Run Club!