Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Lisa Han #15561 Race: 2025 Portland Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Improvement and Strong Finish Lisa Han participated in the 2025 Portland Marathon's Half Marathon, demonstrating impressive pacing and consistent performance improvements throughout the race. Starting with a steady pace of 9:03 min/mile for the initial three miles, Lisa gradually picked up speed, moving to a 9:00 min/mile by mile 4 and reaching an 8:37 min/mile by mile 13. This progressive increase in pace highlights a strong strategy in maintaining energy and optimizing performance as the race progressed. Throughout the race, Lisa consistently improved her position, moving from 1,275th place at the start to 897th by mile 12 among 5,623 participants. Her final result placed her 1,003rd overall and 286th in the female category while securing 64th in the F25-29 division. Lisa's strategic pacing and execution in the latter half of the race, including one of her fastest splits at 8:03 min/mile during the final mile, indicate effective race management and potential areas to enhance her initial pacing strategy for future races.