Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Elijah Gallegos #32417 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Performance with Steady Splits Elijah Gallegos maintained an impressive pace at the 2026 Surf City 5K, clocking a total time of 22:55 and an average pace of 7:23 min/mile. Each mile was consistent, with splits of 7:26, 7:17, and 7:39 min/mile, reflecting strategic pacing throughout. He placed 11th in his division (M20-24) out of a competitive field. Remaining consistent, Elijah advanced from 129th to 121st overall and moved from 108th to 102nd in the Male category. For future optimization, focusing on the pace of the third mile could present an opportunity to improve race time. Still, maintaining a sub-7:30 pace on average signals a commendable effort. Keep building on this, and consider fine-tuning the final mile to turn a solid performance into a remarkable one.