Meet the 2026 SWM Athletes: Abe Alvarado

Abe Alvarado | Men’s Elite Mile

Social Media: Instagram

Sponsor: Under Armour Dark Sky
College: BYU
Mile PR: 3:52.30 (Mexican Record)

5 Things About Me: Abe Alvarado

1. I’m always on the hunt for a great coffee shop.
2. I’m the Mexican national mile record holder.
3. I grew up in the small town of Winton, California.
4. I graduated from BYU, where I competed as a middle distance runner.
5. If running hadn’t worked out, I would’ve been all in on soccer.

5 Fast Questions

1. What is a movie or show you have seen lately that others should tune into? Michael
2. What is a book or podcast that is worth checking out? Prefontaine
3. What is your “Song of the Summer?” Haaland
4. When you’re not training, what’s one of your favorite activities? Watching sports
5. Do you have any connections to Raleigh and/or North Carolina? No

Learn more about Abe at: VIS Experience | Run with the Pros | Elite Athlete Panel