Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Markita Larsen #21781 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Effort with a Strong Finish Markita Larsen completed the 2025 Portland Marathon's 10K MindRX Group, showing noteworthy consistency in her splits. She finished the 6.2-mile race in 1:38:04, maintaining an average pace of 15:49 min/mile. Her first mile was her fastest split at 15:52 min/mile, and she strategically picked up speed again on her final mile with a remarkable split pace of 13:33 min/mile, showcasing an impressive finish. Throughout the race, Markita's placement fluctuated a bit but demonstrated resilience. Notably, she improved her overall and gender placements in the fourth and fifth miles. In her division F50-54, she ended in 53rd place out of 55. With such a strong finish, focusing on maintaining a bit more consistency in the middle miles could elevate future performances. Her dedication and perseverance contribute strongly to her team, "OMG- why did I agree to this?"—a testament to her determination.