Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Stephanie Burns #21164 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Strong Start but Needed Consistency Mid-Race Stephanie began her race with an impressive first mile, clocking in at a pace of 13:12 minutes per mile, positioning her 37th in her division. However, the subsequent mile saw a notable decrease in speed, with her pace shifting to 16:17 min/mile. This adjustment impacted her overall standing noticeably but highlights an opportunity for maintaining steady pacing throughout the race. By mile four, however, Stephanie managed to regain some momentum, matching her consistent pace of 14:28 min/mile for consecutive miles four and five. Consider working on pacing strategies to sustain your strong initial pace over longer distances. As part of "Run for the fun of it," keep enjoying your running journey while refining your race strategy.