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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: John WATSON #4142 Race: 2025 Whidbey Island 5K Distance: 3.1 miles Weather: Clear and cool. Perfect running conditions

Consistent Performance with Strategic Pacing John Watson displayed a remarkable balance of speed and endurance at the 2025 Whidbey Island 5K. He started strong with a swift first mile clocked at 7:08, securing 2nd place in his group's initial ranking. His second mile, slightly more conservative, posted a split of 7:50, indicative of a strategic approach to conserve energy for the remainder of the race. Impressively, John rallied in the final mile, shaving time off his middle split to finish in 7:07. Overall, John completed the 5K with a commendable time of 22:50 and maintained a steady average pace of 7:22 per mile, a testament to his consistent pacing strategy. Finishing 4th overall and 3rd among males in his division, he demonstrated impressive consistency. Focusing on maintaining the initial speed in the second mile could further enhance his overall performance in future races.