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Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Dennis OBrien #8240 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pace Leads to Solid Performance Dennis O'Brien delivered a steady race performance in the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K, maintaining a consistent pace throughout the 10K course. Starting with a 10:14 min/mile pace for the first mile, Dennis progressively improved his pace, reaching his fastest split of 8:49 min/mile between miles 2 and 3. Overall, Dennis averaged a solid pace of 9:17 min/mile, highlighting his ability to maintain endurance while gradually improving speed. Dennis finished with a total time of 57:37, securing 16th place in the competitive M45-49 division out of a field of strong runners, and placing 204th in the male category. His performance improved notably from an initial overall position of 517 to 291 by the finish, reflecting his strategic pacing and capacity to accelerate mid-race. The consistency in his splits suggests room to harness pacing for future events. Keep optimizing this strategy for even better results.