Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Nicole Kirschner #16046 Race: 2025 Portland Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistency and Speed: A Solid Performance Nicole Kirschner demonstrated remarkable consistency during the 2025 Portland Marathon Half Marathon. Starting strong with a first-mile pace of 6:27, Nicole maintained an impressive average pace of 6:32 per mile over the entire 13.1-mile race. Her pace ranged narrowly from 6:22 to 6:48, indicating steady energy distribution, with a notable surge in the final split at a pace of 6:14. Such steady pacing reflects well on her race strategy, resulting in a finish time of 1:25:35. Comparing this performance to her previous race in the 2022 Portland Marathon, Nicole improved her personal record by over seven minutes, an admirable progression. In her division F35-39, she consistently maintained her position, finishing 3rd overall. Focusing on maintaining this strong strategy will help maximize her outcomes in future events. The progress between races shows excellent development, and continued emphasis on pacing could yield further success.