Our 2025 LA Marathon training season officially kicked off on Saturday, September 14! Over the next few weeks, we will continue to introduce our awesome LA Marathon Pace Leaders as well as our Marathon Coach. Find out why they run and some fun facts that could spark a conversation during your next group run! This week, we meet Kelly and Manny, our Pace Leaders for our 9 Minute Pace Group!
Name: Kelly Lake
Which group do you run with? Team 9
How long have you been with the Pasadena Pacers? Since 2013
How many marathons have you run? 15
Why do you run? It feels great, clears my head, and allows me to set goals and make friends!
Favorite post run snack/meal? Poke Bowl
Running Mantra: “You will never regret a run, but you’ll regret the one you skipped.”
Occupation: Animation Producer
Hometown: Youngstown, OH
What do you do for fun? Read, watch movies, do yoga, play the piano.
Do you have a secret talent? (Please share): I am a great bargain shopper!
Anything else you’d like your fellow Pacers to know? I’ve run with numerous running clubs, but this one is truly special. The people, the planning, everything. Enjoy, appreciate, and have fun!
Name: Manny Camargo
Which group do you run with? 9-minute marathon pace group
How long have you been with the Pasadena Pacers? 7 years (since 2017)
How many marathons have you run? 10
Why do you run? Running makes me feel good, physically and mentally. I’m in the best shape of my adult life and runners—Pasadena Pacers in particular—are consistently cool and encouraging people
Favorite post run snack/meal? Nashville chicken sandwich from We’re Pouring in Glendale!
Running Mantra: The human body has no limit!
Occupation: Public affairs and strategic planning
Hometown: La Puente, CA
What do you do for fun? Run, cycle, fly fish, and read
Do you have a secret talent? (Please share): Tying flies using feathers and thread for fly fishing
Anything else you’d like your fellow Pacers to know? Pacers are amazingly supportive, positive people!