This week’s report examines athlete Pip’s 5K time trial from March 3, 2026, where she completed a benchmark run in 32:24. Although her start was strong, she overcommitted early, resulting in significant pace decline due to fatigue. The analysis highlights the importance of pacing for improved performance in future runs.
View More She Started Too Fast… And This Is What It Cost Her: Pip’s 5K Time Trial (Part 1)
Nerida Manson recorded a personal best of 30:45 at the Pegasus parkrun, demonstrating commitment and resilience throughout her run. Despite a challenging third kilometer, she maintained her pace and effort, showcasing strong running mechanics. This experience highlights that consistent effort, not perfection, leads to progress in running.
View More Not Perfect… But a PB: Nerida Manson’s Pegasus parkrun Progress Report
This week’s parkrun Progress Report is a really interesting one. It’s from Pegasus parkrun on Saturday, 21 March 2026 — the same event I reviewed…
View More Same Race, Different Result: Jason Ford’s Pegasus parkrun Progress Report
This week’s parkrun Progress Report reflects on a run at Pegasus parkrun. Despite a solid finish, the analysis reveals the importance of pacing; starting too fast in the first kilometer led to a noticeable drop in power and pace later on. Runners are encouraged to manage their energy better for improved performance.
View More Too Fast Too Soon: What This Pegasus parkrun Taught Me About Pacing
This week’s parkrun Progress Report is a little bit different. Instead of reviewing another runner, I’m going back to my first ever parkrun — run…
View More Didn’t Plan To Win… But Then I Went For It: My First Ever parkrun
Willem Young achieved a remarkable personal best of 17:55 at Pegasus parkrun, showcasing exceptional pacing with only five seconds variation between his kilometre splits. His experience as a junior runner, characterized by controlled effort and consistent cadence, highlights the importance of measured pacing in delivering peak performances.
View More Calm, Controlled, and Fast: Willem Young’s 17:55 Pegasus parkrun Progress Report
A coaching breakdown of Robyn Meikle’s Neale Park parkrun, analysing pacing, cadence, and heart rate trends. Discover how small early-race adjustments and strong rhythm can unlock faster, more confident parkrun performances without needing extra fitness.
View More Experience, Rhythm, and One Small Pacing Adjustment: Robyn Meikle’s Neale Park parkrun Progress Report
Jonathan Morton showcased impressive pacing during his Palmerston North parkrun, achieving a negative split with a finish time of 24:20. His disciplined approach, starting conservatively at 5:16 and finishing at 4:28, signifies effective strategy and ongoing improvement. This performance underlines the importance of pacing for sustained progress in running.
View More parkrun Progress Report: Jonathan Morton’s Perfectly Paced Palmerston North parkrun (14 Feb 2026)
Stephanie Barker’s performance at the Neale Park parkrun, completed during a five-hour training run, illustrates effective ultra training. Her structured pace, averaging just under 7:00/km, highlights her ability to maintain control, inject intensity, and recover under fatigue. This indicates improved durability and aerobic efficiency, crucial for her upcoming Tarawera 100.
View More Speed Inside Endurance: Stephanie Barker’s Neale Park parkrun (Tarawera 100 Build)
Gareth Evans’ Wellington Waterfront 5K highlights a common recreational runner challenge: durability. Completing the race in 30:30, he strategically used walking breaks to manage effort, showcasing smart decision-making rather than a lack of fitness. The key takeaway is that walking can aid performance, allowing for progress and endurance building.
View More A 5K With Walk Breaks — And Why That’s Not a Failure