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LA Marathon 2023 News for Participants

March 8, 2023
LA Marathon 2023 News for Participants It’s finally the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon (LAM) time! We’re so proud of each and every one of you running the LA Marathon. You trained hard and you’re ready.  Race Expo (check out the LA Marathon official website for expo detail and other important details not included here.) Location:… more

LA Marathon Mile 20 Cheer Station

March 8, 2023
Everything to know about The Mile 20 Cheer Station at the 2023 LA Marathon Thank you for volunteering for the Pacers 20 Mile Cheer Station on Sunday, March 19th! Your time, talents, donations, and support of fellow runners and walkers are greatly appreciated. Below is a summary that should provide you with all the information… more

Meet Marlana De La Rosa, Bridge to Half Coach

June 2, 2021
If you’ve been to one of our meet ups you’ve definitely met our new Bridge to Half Coach, Marlana. She is a true Pacer spirit in every which way possible. She’s kind, friendly, welcoming, motivating, supportive, and will always give back to our fellow Pacers.  She enjoys seeing people succeed and will lift you up… more

Meet Noelle Banuelos and Rocio Parra, Novice 5K/10K Coaches

June 2, 2021
It’s always so heartwarming to see our fellow Pacers take what they’ve gained out of running with our group and sharing it with others. It brings us so much joy to welcome Pacers Noelle and Rocio to our coaching staff.  They are eager to share their Pacer Love and help you accomplish that 5K or… more

Meet Jose Valenzuela, Half Marathon Coach

June 1, 2021
With a true Pacer heart, fun energy and big smile, Pacer Jose has joined our coaching staff as our new Half Marathon Coach. Jose is one of our most giving Pacers that encourages our fellow runners, and walkers, to stay committed and have fun while training to reach their running goals. He has run several… more

Meet Monica and Maribel, Whittier Pacers President and Vice President

September 23, 2020
Monica Bobadilla, Whittier Pacers President From Pasadena as a runner and volunteer, Pacer Monica made her way to Whittier to help see Dr Smith’s vision come to fruition. “To raise the health and spirits of the community.” She greets us all with a loving hug and shares Pacer Love with all of us so freely… more

LAM Participant News 🏃🏽

March 3, 2020
RACE EXPO Location: LA Convention Center 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, 90015 Friday: March 6: 10:00am-7:00pm Saturday: March 7: 9:00am-5:00pm All participants must pick up their own race bib Please wear your own bib. Selling or giving your bib to another runner violates the race’s policies. PACER GEAR Please wear your Pacer gear. It’s… more

How Should I Run?

July 30, 2019
By Dr. Steve Smith, Pacers Founder and Team Doc (Source) There is a lot written about the best way to run. I’m talking about gait, form, forefoot vs. rearfoot, vs. midfoot. The question of how best to run pops up all the time. You hear it on the runs, in social media, coffee shops, and… more