Results/Photos

Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Emily Holthaus #41081 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Consistency with Course Challenges Leading to Recovery Emily maintained a steady pace at the start, clocking 13:44 for the first mile and securing her position at 7443rd in gender and 1086th in her division. However, the second mile presented some challenges, with her pace dropping to 25:00 min/mile. It's worth addressing this dip, likely influenced by the notably steep Hayes Hill section from 2.2 to 2.7 miles. She navigated this well, improving her division standing to 759 by the third mile. Emily's resolve was evident as she regained momentum, finishing the fourth mile in 15:01, her fastest pace. Despite a slight setback during the sixth mile at 19:17 min/mile, she concluded the race with an overall pace of 18:27 min/mile, achieving the 1019th position in her division. The overall placement shifted throughout the race but showed resilience. Focus on building strength for inclines could provide a smoother progression next time.