Meet Emily! Her first race was the Shamrock Shuffle in 2025. Everyone was so kind and welcoming, and that start line lit a fire. Since then, she’s completed 10 Negative Split races, racing across roads and trails from 5ks to the Spokane marathon, always focused on showing up and getting a little better each time. One of her favorite parts of running has been encouraging friends to train and race alongside her, reminding them that miles matter over time — every single time. Watching others discover their strength has been just as rewarding as chasing her own goals. This past year reinforced what consistency can do, and she’s carrying that momentum into even bigger goals ahead.