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Date: March 1, 2025 Participant: Emma Watson #2206 Race: 2026 Glacier Half Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Cool. Perfect running conditions, except for the 21 mph head wind. Partly cloudy Course: Beautiful views of Cable Mountain as runners entered the finish. Steady uphill with a few big climbs, with a net elevation gain of nearly 500 feet.

Kicking It into High Gear: A Steady Finish with a Strong Ending Emma from Omaha clocked an impressive finish at the 2026 Glacier Half, holding a consistent pace with a final time of 2:52:35. Starting with a sturdy pace of 13:30 min/mile in the first mile, Emma gradually improved, showcasing determination and adaptability. Her split pace saw a remarkable contrast between her initial and final segments. The standout moment? A phenomenal pick-up over the last mile, clocking in at a quicker 11:11 min/mile. Throughout, Emma showed excellent resilience, hitting the midway with a solid 15:55 min/mile at mile 5, and later returning to stronger form in the final stretches. Emma's consistency kept her in the top tier within her F25-29 division, particularly securing the 82nd spot among her peers. The dynamic shift in pace, especially the swift finish, underscores room to leverage these mid-race adjustments. Keep up the pep talk, Emma, because your strong finish points to great potential ahead!