Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Gilberto Orozco #22778 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Steady Acceleration Marks a Solid Finish Gilberto Orozco demonstrated a strategic pacing approach throughout the 2025 Portland Marathon's 10K MindRX Group event. Starting with a steady 10:11 min/mile pace for the first mile, he picked up speed significantly. Gilberto progressively improved his splits, reaching his fastest pace of 8:16 min/mile in the final mile, resulting in a strong finish with an overall elapsed time of 57:14. Despite dropping slightly in placement in the early miles, he adeptly regained his position, finishing 273rd overall and 193rd among male participants. Notably, comparing his splits, Gilberto's consistent acceleration from the third mile onward shows effective endurance and strength, especially between the fifth and sixth miles. For future races, consider focusing on maintaining the accelerated pace a bit earlier, rounding out an already impressive performance. Great coordination and pacing by the Silenus Run Club member.