Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Zina Stavitsky #22352 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pace, Strong Finish Zina Stavitsky maintained a steady pace throughout the 2025 Portland Marathon 10K MindRX Group event. Starting with a 9:49 min/mile pace in the first mile, she managed to improve her elapsed pace to 9:24 min/mile by the race's end. Her split times reflect gradual improvement, with her pace quickening from the first to the final mile—ending with a notable split pace of 9:02 min/mile at the sixth mile. In terms of placing, Zina ranked 314th overall out of 2114 participants, and 101st among females. Within her age division (F30-34), she held her position reasonably well, finishing as the 22nd. These consistent and improving split times showcase her ability to manage her effort across the race. For future improvement, focusing on maintaining a more aggressive pace at the start might help in gaining a few extra positions early on. Overall, a commendable performance, showing potential for growth in upcoming races.