Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Scott Simmons #22313 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Steady Effort with Consistent Improvement Scott Simmons delivered a commendable performance in the 2025 Portland Marathon's "10K MindRX Group" event. With an elapsed time of 1:49:56 and a consistent pace of 17:43 min/mile over 6.2 miles, Scott showcased steady running with a few highlights along his race. Notably, his 4th and 5th-mile splits were the fastest at 16:46 min/mile, indicating a mid-race strength and focus. Despite varying only a few seconds per mile, his endurance helped maintain an overall solid pace. While the first few miles showed a slight decline, there was a noticeable improvement halfway through the course. A possible area for growth could be the pacing strategy at the beginning of the race to maintain positioning and conserve energy. Placed 18th initially in his division Male 50-54, Scott exhibited potential, reinforcing his competitive spirit and the effectiveness of the "mall walkers" team camaraderie. Keep pushing those boundaries!