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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Casondra Howard #31480 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Acceleration Leads to Strong 5K Finish Casondra started her 5K with a solid pace, completing the first mile in 8:42 minutes. She improved her performance, quickening her pace to 8:16 in the second mile. Notably, her third mile was the fastest, as she achieved an 8:05 split. This acceleration in pace highlights her strong finish. Overall, Casondra completed the 5K in 25:50 minutes, which translates to an average pace of 8:20 per mile. Her strategy of consistent improvement in each mile allowed her to secure a commendable 11th place in the F30-34 division out of 5023 participants. This indicates a competitive edge in her category. Consider maintaining this progressive pacing approach in future races to enhance overall performance.