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Not Perfect… But a PB: Nerida Manson’s Pegasus parkrun Progress Report

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.

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Same Race, Different Result: Jason Ford’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…

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Calm, Controlled, and Fast: Willem Young’s 17:55 Pegasus parkrun Progress Report

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.

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Experience, Rhythm, and One Small Pacing Adjustment: Robyn Meikle’s Neale Park 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.

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parkrun Progress Report: Jonathan Morton’s Perfectly Paced Palmerston North parkrun (14 Feb 2026)

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.

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A Level IV 5K Done Right: Wellington Waterfront Progress Report

The report analyzes a 5K run at the Wellington Scottish Athletics Club, focusing on executing a Level IV effort rather than pursuing a personal best. The runner emphasized controlled pacing, highlighting the importance of gradual heart rate increases and consistent cadence. Key takeaways include the benefits of mastering effort over forced pace for improved performance.

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Coach Ray’s parkrun Riverlution: Full Performance Breakdown & Coaching Analysis

parkrun Progress Report: Riverlution Christchurch This week’s parkrun Progress Report is a great example of how pacing strategy can make—or break—your parkrun performance. I’m reviewing…

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