Results/Photos

Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Barbara Dorfman #7447 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston 10K Handcycle Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Progress with a Strong Finish Barbara's performance showed a positive momentum throughout the 10K handcycle event, finishing with a total time of 2:33:04. Her pacing strategy proved effective, as she improved her pace continuously after the third mile. Notably, her fastest split was recorded from mile 4 to mile 5 at 20:58 min/mile, an impressive improvement after a slower start, and she achieved an overall race pace of 24:41 min/mile. Throughout the race, Barbara moved from 23rd to 25th overall and improved her gender-specific placement from 14th to 12th. Consistency was key, with a commendable push in the latter half, reflected in a stronger final pace. Consider focusing on maintaining a stable and slightly increased pace at the start to capitalize on her endurance and finish even stronger. Overall, the performance demonstrated excellent adaptability and a keen sense of energy management as part of Team Bee Abled.