Results/Photos

Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Gene Chapman #40271 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Effort Shows Progress in 5K Race Gene Chapman from Portland, OR, participated in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest 5K. Chapman demonstrated a steady pace throughout the race, beginning with a promising 15:54 min/mile for the first mile. His overall elapsed time was 52:10, and he averaged a pace of 16:49 min/mile over the 3.1-mile distance. He placed 29th in the Male 65-69 division out of a large field of competitors. There is some variation in his split times, such as a shift from a 16:26 min/mile pace for the second mile to 17:49 min/mile in the third mile. It would be beneficial to work on maintaining consistent pacing, particularly in the latter part of the race. Joining FoPo Run Club exercises his abilities and keeps him motivated. This outing has valuable insights for future training, promising more strategic pacing efforts.