Results/Photos

Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Denise Kretzschmar #7888 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pace with Strong Finish Denise completed the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K with an overall time of 1:39:12, covering the 10K distance at an average pace of 16:00 minutes per mile. Starting with a strong first mile pace at 14:14, she finished at 1472nd overall, and 57th in her division. Her performance remained consistent across the course, displaying steady pacing throughout each mile. While the initial mile was her fastest at 14:14, Denise maintained a disciplined approach, with the overall pace deviation minimal. Notably, her split times show she had her strongest finish between miles 5 to 6, improving from a 16:19 pace to a quicker 15:41 pace. This suggests a commendable ability to manage energy and finish the race with purpose. For future races, attention to maintaining that strong closing speed in earlier segments could further enhance overall performance. Keep focusing on those finishing miles for continued gains.