Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Rachel Nelson #16876 Race: 2025 Portland Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Effort with a Strong Finish Rachel Nelson from Salem participated in the 2025 Portland Marathon Half Marathon. She completed the 13.1-mile distance with an overall time of 3:07:55, maintaining a steady average pace of 14:20 min/mile. Notably, Rachel's performance is highlighted by her improvement in rank as the race progressed, with significant gains in the overall standings between the 2nd and 8th miles. Her strongest split was the last mile, completed in 13:08, showing a strong finish. Throughout the race, her pace varied from the initial 12:45 per mile to a slower 15:25 per mile at the 5th mile, showcasing her ability to manage her energy. Overall, she placed 4627th out of 5623 participants and 464th in her division (F30-34), with consistent pacing across the course. Emphasizing discipline and endurance, Rachel's commitment to her team, the Slow Runners of Salem, shined throughout her run. For future races, working on maintaining the initial pace could yield even better results.