Telford parkrun 5K Report: 22:19 Finish and 2nd VM55–59 Place
A strong morning at Telford parkrun with a 22:19 5K finish, placing 41st out of 568 runners and securing 2nd place in the VM55–59 age category. A 70.65% age grade highlighted another competitive performance.
Telford parkrun: Strong Finish and 2nd Place in VM55–59
Another enjoyable Saturday morning at Telford parkrun, with a strong performance over the familiar 5 km course.
I finished in 22:19, placing 41st out of 568 runners. It was a competitive field, and I was pleased to come away with 2nd place in the VM55–59 age category out of 30 athletes.
Run Summary
| Event | Telford parkrun |
| Distance | 5 km |
| Finish time | 22:19 |
| Overall position | 41st of 568 |
| Age category | VM55–59: 2nd of 30 |
| Age grade | 70.65% |
| Average heart rate | 160 bpm |
| Maximum heart rate | 170 bpm |
| Calories burned | 360 kcal |
Race Reflections
The effort felt like a proper parkrun race from the start, maintaining a strong pace throughout and working hard over the final kilometres. The heart-rate data reflects the intensity, with an average of 160 bpm and a maximum of 170 bpm showing a sustained effort close to race level.
The biggest positive from today was the consistency and the ability to compete strongly within the VM55–59 category. A 70.65% age grade is a rewarding marker and shows that the training continues to deliver good results.
Looking Ahead
Another solid 5 km completed, another opportunity to test fitness and enjoy the parkrun community. The focus now is on building consistency, staying healthy, and continuing to improve one run at a time.
Final result: 22:19 – 41st overall – 2nd VM55–59 – 70.65% age grade.
