Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Lydia Barnes #31456 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Dramatic Mid-Race Acceleration Boosts Performance Lydia Barnes exhibited a dynamic performance in the 5K at the 2026 Surf City event. Her start was steady, completing the first mile at an 8:50 pace, ranking 108th in her division. By the second mile, Lydia gained momentum, significantly improving her pace to 7:56 minutes per mile. This notable increase advanced her divisional rank to 3rd and overall placement among women to 22nd. Her final mile marked an impressive sprint with a split time of 5:16, contributing to a remarkable overall time of 24:32. Lydia finished 6th in the F20-24 division, with an overall position of 216 out of 5023 participants, demonstrating her potential for future races. For continued improvement, consider maintaining the initial pace for even distribution throughout the race. Excellent job on the third mile acceleration!