Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Kelly Grasty Weyant #22670 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Strong Mid-Race Recovery Enhances Performance Kelly Grasty Weyant, representing the Nike Employee Team, showcased a well-managed effort during the 2025 Portland Marathon 10K MindRX Group with a final time of 1:14:12 and an overall pace of 11:58 min/mile. Notably, Kelly achieved a substantial improvement between miles two and three, reducing her split pace from 12:57 min/mile to 12:52 min/mile. Her consistent pace elevation in the later stages, with the fastest split at 11:09 min/mile in the final stretch, exemplifies strategic pacing. Throughout the race, Kelly consistently gained ground in her division, moving from 119th to 96th place in the Female 30-34 division. Her ability to maintain and build pace offers potential for future performances. Consider focusing on maintaining a steady pace during the earlier sections to improve overall timing further. Overall, Kelly's performance was commendable for effectively leveraging her strengths and adapting her strategy mid-race.