Results/Photos

Date: May 9, 2026 Participant: Dede Lewis #2069 Race: 2026 Vacation Races Yosemite Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Start with Strong Finish Dede Lewis completed the 2026 Vacation Races Yosemite Half Marathon in 2:56:16, maintaining an overall pace of 13:27 min/mile over 13.1 miles. Starting strong with an initial pace of 12:00 min/mile, Dede showed excellent control in the early miles. She saw some fluctuation during the middle miles, particularly at mile 6 with a pace of 15:11 min/mile, marking the slowest split. Dede showed determination by finishing strongly with a notable improvement at the 13th mile, clocking in at 11:57 min/mile. Her positioning shifted slightly throughout the race, ending 68th in the F45-49 division, out of 3795 total participants. To further enhance performance, focusing on the mid-race miles could be beneficial. Overall, Dedes ability to conclude with a swift final split is commendable and reflects well on her endurance capability.