Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Marisa Parada #12138 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Effort with Strategic Finish Marisa Parada maintained a steady pace during the initial stages of the 2025 Portland Marathon. Notably consistent in the first two miles, she held a 10:40 min/mile pace, ranking 86th in her division. She adjusted her pace as she progressed, experiencing mild fluctuations, ultimately reaching an 11:21 min/mile by the eighth mile. A marked shift occurred around mile 21, with positions improving significantly, illustrating strategic pacing adjustments that may be analyzed for future optimization. The latter part of the race saw growing split times, notably between miles 15 and 20, which increased incrementally. However, her strategic acceleration at mile 26, with a notable 4:37 min/mile split, significantly improved her division ranking to 97th. Finishing with an overall time of 5:50:55 for the marathon, Marisa demonstrated strategic pace management. It might be beneficial to explore strategies to sustain earlier momentum and delay fatigue in the latter stages, potentially enhancing her ranking in future races.