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Date: April 13, 2025 Participant: Carlos Alfaro #53000 Race: 2025 M2B 5K & 10K Combo Challenge Distance: 9.3 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions. Cool, misty, low 50s.

Notable Improvements and Division Leadership Carlos Alfaro demonstrated strong progression and exceptional performance at the 2025 Mountains 2 Beach 5K & 10K Combo Challenge. Completing the 9.3-mile race with an elapsed time of 1:22:07, Carlos achieved an impressive overall pace of 8:49 min/mile. Remarkably, he secured 1st place in the M30-34 division and 2nd in the male category among 42 participants, showcasing remarkable skill and determination. In comparison to his previous races, Carlos achieved significant gains. His pace improved notably from 9:17 min/mile at a previous 10K event to 8:49 min/mile in this longer distance combo challenge. Such improvement signals a well-executed training regime. To further enhance his performance, focusing on pacing strategy could help maintain speed in longer races. These positive outcomes reveal his potential for continued success in future athletic endeavors.