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Date: April 26, 2026 Participant: Kristen Anderson #11098 Race: 2026 Eugene Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Few Lapses Leads to a Solid Finish Kristen Anderson maintained a consistent pace throughout the 2026 Eugene Marathon Half Marathon, averaging 8:51 minutes per mile over the 13.1-mile course. Notable performances include a steady improvement during the first half, where she achieved her fastest split of 8:32 minutes in the sixth mile. An average pace was tightly maintained around 8:45 min/mile for the first three miles, indicating a strong start. The second half of the race saw some fluctuation, with miles nine and ten showing slower splits of 9:09 and 9:02 minutes, respectively. Despite this, Kristen navigated a field of 5458 participants and secured a commendable position, placing 22nd in the F50-54 division. Opportunities exist for improving endurance in the later stages to avoid pace drop-offs, aiming for more consistent pacing to maintain her position gains witnessed in the earlier segments. Keep capitalizing on your strengths; your initial miles set a solid foundation.