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Date: April 26, 2026 Participant: Michael Schoeck #4313 Race: 2026 Whidbey Island 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pace Secures Top Division Finish Michael Schoeck displayed remarkable consistency in his 5K race performance at the 2026 Whidbey Island event. His final elapsed time was recorded at 25:38, averaging an 8:16 min/mile pace across the 3.1 miles. Impressively, Michael secured the 2nd place in his M40-44 division, demonstrating competitive strength in his category. Analyzing the splits, Michael started at a 7:45 min/mile pace, showing strong early momentum. In the second mile, there was a slight slowdown to a 9:13 min/mile pace, but he managed to recover quickly, finishing the third mile at 7:54 min/mile. This slight drop and recovery suggest that maintaining a steadier pace could potentially enhance his overall time. Overall, Michael's ability to remain in the top positions while securing a high division finish is commendable and speaks to his racing tenacity.