Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Maria Larios Rangel #21779 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Effort with Moments of Improvement Maria managed to maintain a consistent pace over her 10K race in the 2025 Portland Marathon. Despite not being among the top finishers, Maria demonstrated perseverance. Her best split pace was recorded at 14:12 min/mile during the first and second miles. It's notable that in the fourth and fifth miles, Maria reclaimed some speed with a pace of 14:53 min/mile, the development in times showcasing potential. Initial and final official standing were a close match. Although Maria ended up 1635th overall, her mid-race improvement suggests more practice could lead to enhanced results in future races. The largest drop in pace occurred in the third mile at 18:45 min/mile, implying a potential area to target. Joining the team "irun4tacos," Maria's performance shows a community spirit, which could aid in training and moral support to further advance her performance.