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Learn more about the Pasadena Pacer’s LA Marathon training program. Join Team 9’s closed Facebook group. Tiffany Dou 9 min/mile Pace Leader How long have you been with the Pasadena Pacers? 4 years. How many marathons have you run? 8 Why do you run? To keep fit. Favorite post run snack/ meal? Avocado toast with… more
By Dr. Steve Smith, Pasadena Pacer Founder and Team Doc Runners talk about their shoes with great enthusiasm and I often overhear, “My shoes are the best ever! You should try a pair of these!” The question is: what is the best shoe for you? To get at this answer we need to look at… more
In case you missed our annual Victory Party, Edgar Mejia is stepping down as the Pasadena Pacers Marathon Coach—a position he’s held for the last three years. Edgar did a great job implementing pace groups, creating new interesting routes, and giving endless encouragement. He was also responsible for building leaders, adding energy to the club,… more
We are excited to present the 2018-2019 Race Calendar. We know there are many, many amazing races out there—and we encourage you to run the ones you feel super stoked about—but as a club we can only support so many. The races on the calendar will have training programs, Pasadena Pacer support onsite, and most likely… more
Carol Rader-Meislin, Pasadena Pacer President Carol is the powerhouse behind so much at the Pacers. She’s held a variety of leadership positions (volunteer coordinator, Pacer Chaser lead, party planner, Vice President, pace leader) and is always ready to jump in to help the Club. Carol is always down for a good chat, a run, and Muscle… more
By Dr. Steve Smith, Pacers Founder and Team Doc This month, we crossed the finish line of a very long endurance event. Unlike many endurance events—with medals and cheering spectators—this one went by, barely noticed. It was one of those victories forged of gritty determinism and raw effort. There have been a many outstanding people… more
Pasadena Pacers before the start of the 2017 Los Angeles Marathon It’s 2021 Los Angeles Marathon (LAM) time! We have more than 100 Pasadena Pacers running this year — a new record — and we’re so proud of each and every one of you. Make sure to check out the LAM… more
***Shuttle Sign Ups Are Now CLOSED*** Looking for a ride to the start line of the 2018 Los Angeles Marathon? We got you covered. There will be a shuttle from Del Mar Station to Dodgers Stadium the morning of the LA Marathon on March 18, 2018.  If you’d like to take advantage of this shuttle,… more
We know a bunch of our Pasadena Half Marathon runners are going to be looking for the next race, and the Los Angeles Marathon will feel like a natural choice for many. But, can—and should—it be done? We asked Dr. Steve Smith, Pasadena Pacers founder, and Edgar Mejia, our Marathon Coach, what they thought. Here… more
Interview with Coach Armand Crespo by Dr. Steve Smith On my office wall are the yearly group photos of the Pasadena Pacers. Friends often hover over those photos to see if they are in it; they look for friends. They brace themselves for the changes caused by ravages of time as they expect to look… more