John Woods

John Woods

Born
Dec 8, 1955 (70 years old)
Events
10 000 m · Marathon

John Woods is a Ireland long-distance runner, born on December 8, 1955. He competes primarily in the 5000m, 10000m and Semi.

His personal bests include 13:36.51 in the 5000m, 28:14.71 in the 10000m, 1:04:19 in the Semi and 2:11:30 in the Marathon. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ireland.

Personal best · 10 000 m28:14.71
1990 season best36:10Mar 25, 1990
Personal best · Marathon2:11:30

As of Oct 28, 2026: 10 000 m 28:14.71, Marathon 2:11:30, 1990 season best 36:10 (Mar 25, 1990) · 70 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
5000mCork 198613:36.511,080 pts–
10000mHelsinki 198728:14.711,110 pts–
SemiSouth Shields 19881:04:191,019 pts–
MarathonWexford 19882:11:301,104 pts–

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1990CrossCount 36:10–Mar 25, 1990–
1989CrossCount 42:40–Mar 19, 1989–
1988CrossCount 36:07–Mar 26, 1988–
1988Semi 1:04:19–Jul 24, 1988–
1988Marathon 2:11:30–Apr 24, 1988–
198710000m 28:14.71–Jul 2, 1987–
1987CrossCount 37:44–Mar 22, 1987–
19865000m 13:36.51–Jul 8, 1986–
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

John Woods's 10 000 m personal best is 28:14.71, set on Jul 2, 1987 in Helsinki (FIN).

John Woods competes in the 10 000 m and Marathon.

1990 season best: 36:10, set on Mar 25, 1990.