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2023 Los Angeles Marathon Carbo Load/Pacer Chaser – March 16, 2023

March 1, 2023
Dear Pacers and Friends, Blaze Pizza is a perfect place to have a fundraiser and is helping us to raise funds for the Pasadena Pacers! Here’s how it works: THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO SUPPORT OUR ORGANIZATION: In-Restaurant: Bring in this flyer or show it on your phone before paying. Please print or show this… more

Everything to know about The Mile 20 Cheer Station at the 2024 LA Marathon

February 27, 2023
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 that you need. If you have any questions or need more details, please send… more

Big Ol’ LAM Post for 2023 Participants

February 27, 2023
It’s finally the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon (LAM) time! We’re so proud of each and every one of you running in LAM. You trained hard and you’re ready.  Race Expo (all race participants will need to pick up their race bibs at the Expo at (Dodgers Stadium) Check out the https: LAM official website for Expo… more

Rose Bowl Half Marathon and 5K Helpful Hints

January 12, 2023
The Rose Bowl Half Marathon and 5K is finally here!!! Let’s get excited. Below are some helpful hints that should make race day easier and less overwhelming. Please refer to https://www.mccourtfoundation.org/pages/rose-bowl-half-marathon for official bib pickup, race day information (e.g., parking, road closures, other details), etc. Official Race Bib Pickup and Pacers Wristband Pickup: Registered runners/walkers… more

2023 New Year’s Day Rose Parade Bandit Run

December 16, 2022
It’s that time of the year again–time for the Pacers to ring in the beginning of a new year with another Rose Parade Bandit Run! Join us on Monday, January 2, 2023 for a 3.6 mile run that begins at Smith Chiropractic Clinic (located at 131 N. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101) along the… more

How I Met Your Mother – Pacer Edition: Have You Met Coach Wil?

November 23, 2022
Over the past couple of months, we have introduced our LA Marathon Training team, consisting of our Marathon Coach and Pace Leaders. We continue this series by introducing our Coaches and members of our Leadership Team. Today, we learn more about Wil, our Pre-Conditioners Coach, who has a unique story to share about how he found… more

Meet our LA Marathon Pace Leaders: Keith and Simeon

November 16, 2022
Our 2023 LA Marathon training season officially kicked off on Saturday, September 17! Over the past few weeks, we have introduced our awesome LA Marathon Pace Leaders as well as our Marathon Coach. We conclude the series this week with Keith and Simeon, our Pace Leaders for our 11 Minute Pace Group and 8 Minute… more

#PacersGiveBack 2022: Supporting the Run With Us Used Shoe Drive

November 14, 2022
Introducing #PacersGiveBack! The #PacersGiveBack program will allow the Pasadena Pacers various opportunities throughout the year to give back to our local community and the larger running community through volunteerism by way of sharing our time and our resources. Participation in the program is strictly voluntary and is not required. Our first #PacersGiveBack event will run… more