Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Lemei Xiao #31783 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Strong Finish Lemei Xiao ran the 2026 Surf City 5K with an impressive consistency in her pacing. Her splits maintained a solid range, starting with 8:25 min/mile for the first mile, 8:02 for the second, and a slight increase to 8:21 for the third mile. Her final average pace was recorded at 8:11 min/mile, showcasing a well-managed effort throughout the race. In terms of placement, she achieved commendable results. Lemei finished 10th in her division (F25-29) after the second mile, indicating a gain in rank as the race progressed. By the end, she placed 18th in her division. Her overall standing and the ability to maintain a near-constant pace suggests a solid foundation in endurance. One area to potentially focus on is the slight pace drop in the last mile, which could be addressed with targeted endurance training for the future.