Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: David Bear #21081 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Pacing Consistency Shines Through David exhibited noteworthy consistency during the 2025 Portland Marathon 10K event. Starting with a commendable first-mile split of 17:06, David managed to sustain a steady pace throughout the course. Notably, miles four and five were particularly strong, each clocking in at 16:56, showing an impressive ability to pick up the pace mid-race. The overall elapsed time was 1:49:50, corresponding to an average pace of 17:42 min/mile. In terms of positioning, David started the race in a solid stance—685th place overall and 36th in his division after the first mile. Though his position fluctuated throughout the race, finishing 1740th overall, maintaining momentum in subsequent miles is a key opportunity. As part of the "mall walkers" team, fostering focus on consistent pacing and strengthening later miles could lead to improved outcomes in future events.