Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Anderson Alden #32178 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Strong Division Finish Anderson Alden ran a commendable race at the 2026 Surf City 5K, with noticeable consistency and progression across his splits. He started with a pace of 7:50 min/mile, improving to 7:30 min/mile in the second mile, demonstrating his ability to settle into a faster rhythm mid-race. His overall elapsed pace was 7:37 min/mile, reflecting his strategic approach to pacing himself effectively from start to finish. By the end, Anderson clocked in at 23:38, securing 14th in his division (M30-34). His rankings improved during the race, moving from 21st in his division after mile one, to 18th after mile two, and finishing 14th, highlighting his ability to maintain a competitive edge in his category. Focusing on sustaining the faster pace he achieved in the second mile might enable a stronger performance in future races.