Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Brandi Hoffman #21624 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistency in Split Times Brandi showcased a consistent effort throughout the 10K race at the 2025 Portland Marathon, ending with a total time of 1:25:22. Her initial pace was set at 12:02 min/mile, and though there was a progressive slowing, she maintained a steady overall pace, finishing at 13:46 min/mile. The early kilometers showed Brandi settling into a rhythm, with her first mile placing her comfortably at 271st in her gender. Her pacing at each mile marker revealed room for strategic adjustments, particularly between miles 2 and 3, where she experienced her slowest split at 14:29 min/mile. Despite this, Brandi finished strong, marking a noteworthy consistency and ability to sustain her pace through miles 5 and 6. Her team, "3 Hoffmans and a Shetti," could capitalize on this experience by focusing on speed training to enhance overall performance in future events. Keep up the dedication, Brandi!