Results/Photos

Date: March 1, 2025 Participant: Emiley Trowbridge #1513 Race: 2025 VR Zion 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.

Consistent Pace and Strong Finish Emiley Trowbridge from South Jordan, UT, had quite a day at the 2025 Vacation Races | Zion Half Marathon. Her overall time was 2:38:11, translating to a 12:04 min/mile pace across the 13.1-mile race. Beginning with an 11:23 min/mile pace for her first mile, Emiley managed to maintain a consistent pace throughout the race, finishing with an astounding effort in her division F25-29, placing 84th. Her continuous progression saw her move up from 484th in her gender to cross the finish line in 360th position. What stands out most in Emiley's performance is her determination and consistency. While her pacing slightly adjusted, it remained steady with minor variations, showcasing her endurance. The ninth mile saw a slower split at 12:24, but she rallied back to maintain a pace well below 13 minutes in the following miles. Emiley should focus on sustaining her early pace in the latter parts of the race to improve her overall standings further. Keep your chin up, Emiley—you’re doing great!