Tag: running partner

Meet Michael and Gina, Pasadena Pacers President and VP

August 12, 2020
Michael Ramos, Pasadena Pacer President Previously our Vice President, Michael started his President tenure having photographed almost every Pacer who has run a race in the last four years. He shows up early to all Pacer races to offer support to our runners, a genuine gesture that is beyond appreciated. Learn more about Michael below… more

Meet Cristina Diaz, Pre-Conditioners Coach

May 1, 2019
With a smile that helps get you through the tough runs, Cristina will lead our Pre-Conditioners from couch-to-five miles with her cheery enthusiasm. During her time as a Pacer, Cristina has gone on to become a marathoner and dedicated volunteer. Our 2019 LA Marathon runners will know her as half of our “Fuel Fairy” duo,… more

There is No Finish Line

March 26, 2019
By Dr. Steve Smith, Pasadena Pacer Founder and Team Doc Crossing the finish line is a feeling like no other. Barriers have been breached. You have attempted the impossible, and you did it! You can feel the power of accomplishment and you are looking into the future with a whole new attitude. You know you… more

Pacer Nation Plants Seeds in Salt Lake City, UT and South Orange County, CA

February 6, 2019
The Pacer Nation is pleased to announce the start of two new clubs: Salt Lake City, UT and South Orange County (OC), CA. These clubs are started by Pasadena Pacers members who have moved away and decided they just had to bring Pacer love to their new communities. The Salt Lake City Chapter founder John… more

Meet Steve Domier, New 10-Mile Challenge Coach

February 4, 2019
Known for his ever-present smile, Steve sticks out as one of the friendliest folks in an already super-friendly crowd. He’s a long-time Pacer and 10-Mile Challenge Assistant Coach now leading runners to double digits. Sometimes referred to as “Safety Steve” for his personal mission to keep runners safe on the roads, Steve always has kind… more

Get to know: the Pasadena Pacer 2019 Los Angeles Marathon Support Team

November 12, 2018
Learn more about our Los Angeles Marathon training program. Safe to say that 2019 will be our biggest Los Angeles Marathon (LAM) yet! Since our very first LAM more than 20 years ago, we’ve helped and cheered for thousands of Pasadena Pacers as they trained for and crossed that LAM finish line. But, it takes… more

Meet Your LAM Coach: Ezra

November 12, 2018
Learn more about the Pasadena Pacer’s LA Marathon training program. Meet Ezra Weisz, Warm-up, Half Marathon Coach, & LAM Coach He’s the happy, friendly guy leading our warm-ups every week while cracking jokes to make us forget it’s 7am on a Saturday. Quick to help a fellow Pacer and always looking to meet new people… more

Meet Your Pace Leader & LAM Captain: Team 11.5, Gina

November 12, 2018
Learn more about the Pasadena Pacer’s LA Marathon training program. Join Team 11.5’s closed Facebook group. Gina Leon 11:30 min/mile Pace Leader (Editor’s note: Gina also serves our Los Angeles Marathon Team Captain.) How long have you been with the Pasadena Pacers: Since 2015. How many marathons have you run? 10, with six of them… more

Meet Your LAM Team Manager: Krista

November 12, 2018
Learn more about the Pasadena Pacer’s LA Marathon training program. Krista Moll Pasadena Pacers LAM Team Manager (Editor’s Note: Krista also serves on our Social Media Team) How long have you been with the Pasadena Pacers? Three years. How many marathons have you run? Three (Dublin and Los Angeles x2) Why do you run? I have… more

Meet Your Pace Leaders: Team 12, Silvia

November 6, 2018
Learn more about the Pasadena Pacer’s LA Marathon training program. Join Team 12’s closed Facebook group. Silvia Collins 12 min/mile Pace Leader How long have you been with the Pasadena Pacers? About six years. How many marathons have you run? About 18. Why do you run? To fundraise to end cancer and to help others get… more