Helena Janku

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Events
5000 m

Helena Janku is a United States middle-distance runner. She competes primarily in the 1500m and 5000m.

Her personal bests include 4:50.48 in the 1500m and 17:01.71 in the 5000m. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Personal best · 5000 m17:01.71
2026 season best17:17.39Apr 17, 2026 · Cougar Athletic Stadium, Azusa, CA
2026 season best
Last competitionFranson Last ChanceMay 8, 2026 · 18:06.44
Franson Last Chance

As of Nov 15, 2026: 5000 m 17:01.71, 2026 season best 17:17.39 (Apr 17, 2026, Cougar Athletic Stadium, Azusa, CA (USA)) · Last competition: Franson Last Chance, May 8, 2026, 18:06.44

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
1500mCA 2025United States 1500 m all-time list4:50.48834 pts–
5000mCA 2024United States 5000 m all-time list17:01.71939 pts–

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
20265000m 17:17.39–Apr 17, 2026Bryan Clay Invitational
20251500m 4:50.48–Mar 22, 2025Hornet Invite, Hornet Stadium - Sac St., Sacramento, CA
20255000m Indoor17:19.24–Feb 14, 2025Husky Classic, Dempsey Indoor, Seattle, WA (i)
20245000m 17:01.71–Apr 12, 2024Bryan Clay Invitational
20231500m 4:52.11–Mar 18, 2023Cardinal Classic
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Helena Janku's 5000 m personal best is 17:01.71, set on Apr 12, 2024 in Cougar Athletic Stadium, Azusa, CA (USA).

Helena Janku competes in the 5000 m.

2026 season best: 17:17.39, set on Apr 17, 2026 in Cougar Athletic Stadium, Azusa, CA (USA). Last competition: Franson Last Chance on May 8, 2026, 18:06.44.