Our Upcoming Races 

Eisenhower Marathon/Half - 04/19/2025

DoNot Stop Half - 04/19/2025

Garmin Marathon - 04/26/2025

Trolley Run - 04/27/2025

Lincoln Marathon - 05/04/2025

Running with the Cows Half - 05/10/2025

Colfax Marathon - 05/18/2025

Greater Kansas City Midwest Half Marathon - 05/18/2025

Bill Snyder Highway Half - 05/24/2025

Hospital Hill Run - 05/31/2025

Clinton Historic Half - 06/14/2025

Hometown Half Marathon - 06/14/2025

Four on the 4th - 07/04/2025

Valentine Marathon/Half - 08/02/2025

Words to run by

Believe in your coach if you have one. This frees you to concentrate on working hard.

Meet your Pacers for
Colfax Marathon

Half Marathon Pacers: 1:30 1:35 1:40 1:45 1:50 1:55 2:00 2:05 2:10 2:15 2:20 2:25 2:30 2:35 2:40 2:45 2:50 2:55 3:00 3:15 3:30

Full Marathon Pacers: 3:00 3:10 3:20 3:30 3:40 3:50 4:00 4:10 4:20 4:30 4:45 5:00 5:20 5:40 6:00

Half Marathon SmartPace Teams

1:30 SmartPace Teams

Brock J. - 1:30 pacer

Brock's occupation is an Elementary Physical Education Teacher, HS Cross Country Coach, JH Girls Basketball Coach and HS Boys Track Coach. Brock has paced the 1:30 group in the half marathon 10 times and is also a 3:30 pacer for the Chicago Marathon.

Kory S. - 1:30 pacer

Kory has been running for 12 years and has raced everything from the 5k to the marathon. He is relatively new to pacing but has multiple 1:12 half marathons under his belt and the experience needed to reach your goals on race day.

1:35 SmartPace Teams

Bill G. - 1:35 pacer

Bill was a wrestler in high school and college. He ran Cross Country in high school. Running is something he does each day to stay in shape. He has participated in several half and full marathons. Bill is a member of a race team in his community. Bill has paced in several full and half marathons. In 2023, he has participated in the Des Moines RAGBRI across Iowa. Bill is excited to have the opportunity to pace and help other runners achieve their goals.

Michael K. - 1:35 pacer

Michael has a passion for running and loves the running community in general. He is a competitive masters runner participating in events ranging from 1 mile to the marathon. He has completed over 20 marathons recently winning the Colorado Marathon! Michael looks forward to joining you on race day and helping you to achieve your goals.

1:40 SmartPace Teams

Sean J. - 1:40 pacer

Sean James, a 26-year-old runner originally from New Jersey, brings both collegiate running experience and a passion for the outdoors to the Denver Half Marathon. A former athlete at Stevens Institute of Technology, Sean is no stranger to competitive running. Off the course, he enjoys biking, surfing, camping, and exploring nature—activities that fuel his love for endurance sports. For this year’s half marathon, Sean plans to set a steady and motivating pace for his group, emphasizing encouragement, and positivity. Join him for a memorable run as he combines his love for the outdoors with his enthusiasm for inspiring others on their running journeys.

Brandon R. - 1:40 pacer

Brandon has been pacing lots of marathons and half marathons over the past couple years. He really enjoys helping anyone get a Personal record or a BQ for the day. Running is a challenging sport and I'm sure anyone can use the help mentally or physically being a pacer.

1:45 SmartPace Teams

Molly S. - 1:45 pacer

Molly has been an avid runner and triathlete for the last 15 years with more than 45 half marathons and 65 triathlons under her belt. She has run the Boston Marathon and was 4th place overall woman at the Denver Rock N' Roll Marathon in 2012. She is active in several local running and triathlon clubs in Denver and loves helping encourage other athletes to meet their goals! As a pacer, you can expect Molly to bring enthusiasm, encouragement and a big smile to the course!

Kevin L. - 1:45 pacer

Kevin is a Colorado native and grew up in Lakewood playing soccer most of his life until making the switch to running as a primary focus back in 2013. Since then he's completed 9 full marathons in 9 different states with the ultimate goal of doing marathons in all 50. His favorite races have included the Chicago Marathon and the Goofy Challenge at the Disney World Marathon. He lives in Denver and trains exclusively with his dog Cooper who loves to run especially in the cold Colorado winters!

1:50 SmartPace Teams

Keevan S. - 1:50 pacer

Keevan has been running for as long as he can remember. After running competitively in high school, he has continued to run to stay in both mental and physical shape. Signing up for the Lincoln Half Marathon his junior year of college on a whim, he was hooked on the distance. Since then, he has continued to run not only to stay healthy, but especially because of the community the sport provides. When pacing, Keevan hopes to create an fun, enjoyable atmosphere while helping others to achieve their goals!

1:55 SmartPace Teams

Jeremiah C. - 1:55 pacer

Jeremiah started running in 2015 with an initial goal of breaking 2 hours in a half marathon. The first attempt ended with a time of 2:00:04 which wasn't good enough. The following year he was able to reach his goal by running the same half marathon in 1:56:04. Since then he's gone on to break his goal of beating 1:30 with a 1:29:10 half in 2019. During various races he used the help of the pacer groups to attain his goals along the way. He wants to give back to the running community by helping others reach their goals now by pacing.

Stephen H. - 1:55 pacer

Stephen has been an avid runner since 2004 after cheering a friend at the NYC Marathon. He was hooked immediately and ran his 1st marathon in the same event one year later. Since then, Stephen has completed 8 marathons and numerous half marathons. He has also been a member of the Runners Roost Race Team since 2010.

2:00 SmartPace Teams

Melanie L. - 2:00 pacer

Melanie completed her first race, a 1km fun run, when she was 5 years old and has been running ever since. She has completed 20 marathons and is currently training for first ultra (eek!). Melanie has also completed numerous half marathons and 10km races and has also paced various races, including the Colorado Half Marathon, Colfax Marathon, and Rock n Roll Denver. Melanie is a "patient" runner and will help keep you from starting out too fast. She will also cheer for you the entire race. Let's do this!

Andrew G. - 2:00 pacer

Andrew has been running since 2013. His experiences include a 50k (just one because he's not that crazy), multiple marathons, but his preferred distance is the half marathon. He been pacing since 2015. He has paced 2 marathons, and normally paces 4 or 5 half marathons a year.

Byrt B. - 2:00 pacer

Byrt is an elite marathon runner, motivator, running coach, and personal trainer. He lives for running with the people and bringing the community together through body movement! You can count on him to hold you accountable and do what it takes to get to the finish line motivated and having a great time!

Pratheek N. - 2:00 pacer

Pratheek is a Denver based runner who has run distances from the 5K to Ultramarathons. He picked up running after college and found a strong passion for the sport and growing in the community. He both road and trail runs year round and enjoys other activities such as skiing, hiking, and ultimate frisbee. Understanding that racing is a both a physical and mental game, Pratheek has aided other runners in reaching their goals providing encouragement and training tips. With race, he hopes to cheer you on while pacing beside you as we cross the finish line!

2:05 SmartPace Teams

Marie U. - 2:05 pacer

Marie has run countless half marathons, nearly 40 full marathons, and six ultra marathons. She's a seasoned pacer and a Boston Qualifier x2. Marie believes a positive attitude keeps everyone motivated. Marie likes to practice a pacing model of "no runner left behind!" and will do all she can to make sure you finish ahead of your goal time. Happy racing!

Charlie M. - 2:05 pacer

An English teacher by day, Charlie started getting into running as a way to stay active during COVID. After running a 5K in July, he decided to signup for his first half marathon, the Colfax half in October 2021. Two years later while reading David Goggins' Can't Hurt Me, he decided to signup for the Colfax full in May of 2023. That would start a serious love affair with running. Later that year he would run Long Beach in October, Houston in January '24, Colfax in May '24, Detroit in October '24, and he recently completed Miami in February '25 for marathon #6. The 2025 Colfax half will be the first time he ran as a pacer. His goal is to one day run in a world major, but he is 0 for 4 in the raffles. His motto for running is "Less limits until we're limitless." He owes a huge debt of gratitude to coach Bennett and the Nike Run Club app and believes the best way to get better at anything is to "learn to get comfortable with being uncomfortable."

2:10 SmartPace Teams

Mary A. - 2:10 pacer

Mary has been running marathon races since 2009 but has been a runner ever since her father passed away when she was 16 years old. Back then she ran to escape life and now she runs to embrace the joy that is life. She is constantly in awe of how running connects a community of strangers into a community of instant friends, friends who all have the same goal"¦to FINISH. She is proud and honored to be a member of this community of strangers! Mary is blessed with a wonderful husband and two amazing children who support her in all her running endeavors. She has completed 35+ half marathons and a handful of full marathons and is a member of Moms Run This Town-Denver and Run Junkies Mary is excited to be a pacer to encourage others to reach their goals. When she is not running and spending time with her family Mary works in Denver Public Schools as high school counselor.

Greg S. - 2:10 pacer

Greg has run competitively for 40 years and has paced dozens of half marathons and marathons. He has completed 65 marathons overall, including the Boston Marathon 6 times, and over 200 half marathons. He is a 16 year breast cancer survivor. Greg enjoys helping others meet their goals and his enthusiasm towards running is infectious.

2:15 SmartPace Teams

Carolyn W. - 2:15 pacer

Carolyn has come a long ways from her high school track days when she was notorious for finding shortcuts on runs. Her love of running grew in college when she found the MKT trail in Columbia, MO and ran to clear her head. With the encouragement of her running fanatic Mom, she completed her first half marathon and left her Mom in the dust at mile 10. Since then, she has finished over 15 half marathons and 4 marathons, many of which she's finished after her Mom. Carolyn loves races for the amazing community that they bring. No matter how tough the course is, she will never forget to smile at funny signs and yell "ZOU" back at Mizzou fan spectators. She looks forward to helping you reach your goal and have a great time doing it!

Eladio V. - 2:15 pacer

Eladio is the coach of the Kansas City Runner's Edge and in charge of the SmartPace Pace Team. He has been running and racing for 40 years with more than 30 half marathons and marathons each under his belt. Eladio promises that you will run your most intelligent and efficient race should you decide to run with his pace team. You'll receive lots of timely helpful tips throughout the race and hopefully 'graduate' to finish ahead!

2:20 SmartPace Teams

Meaghan C. - 2:20 pacer

Meaghan’s an ultrarunner who thrives on pushing her limits and conquering the most challenging terrains. With an impressive running resume that includes several 100-mile races, such as the Run Rabbit Run 100, Bear 100, and Rio Del Lago 100, Meaghan has become a formidable force in the world of ultrarunning. Her journey into running began long before the ultramarathon scene. Meaghan discovered her love for the sport during her high school and college years, where she seamlessly blended her passion for running with her commitment to rowing. After college, Meaghan found her way to the picturesque trails of Colorado, and it was here that she truly fell in love with the freedom and challenge of trail running. Beyond her personal achievements, Meaghan has developed a passion for pacing and supporting others in their quest for running glory. She finds joy in helping fellow runners reach their goals, and her experience and encouragement have become invaluable to those fortunate enough to have her by their side during a race. Off the trails, Meaghan has a different yet equally demanding role—chasing after her energetic toddler son. Balancing motherhood with the demands of ultrarunning requires a unique blend of patience, resilience, and a good dose of humor. Meaghan embraces this challenge with the same determination she brings to the trails.

Sara A. - 2:20 pacer

Sara has mastered running and talking at the same time through her routine early morning runs with friends. She has run over 75 half marathons starting 22 years ago. Her most memorable race has been the Hood to Coast relay in Oregon. Sara enjoys the challenge of half marathons without the intense training of a full marathon. Her favorite races are those running with her daughter. Sara's tip today is to stick with the pacing splits for the first few miles, and then you can plow forward later to beat the pacer. It is always tempting to surge forward at the start of the race. Sara is looking forward to helping you reach your race goal and to enjoy the experience along the way.

2:25 SmartPace Teams

Chrystina C. - 2:25 pacer

Chrystina started running when she joined the middle school cross country team and has not stopped running since (more than 20 years!). In college she ran her first half marathon, the Colfax Half. Since then she has run more than a dozen half marathons and seven full marathons. This will be her seventh year running a Colfax race. She believes that anyone who puts on shoes and runs is a runner. She can't wait to support you as you cross the finish line.

Marla V. - 2:25 pacer

Marla started her running journey in 2013 by using the Couch to 5K training plan. After finishing her first 5K, she was hooked! With the support and encouragement from the running community, she continued to set running goals to improve her speed and increase her distance. Since then, she has finished races in various distances, including numerous half marathons and two full marathons. Her favorite distance is a half marathon because it's a challenge, but doesn't require the intense training commitment of a full marathon. In between races, she enjoys sharing her love of running by running with dogs from her local animal shelter as they wait for their forever home.

2:30 SmartPace Teams

Ray H. - 2:30 pacer

Ray started running in 2001 for personal fitness, but started training and joining races in 2010. He has completed a number of half marathons, full marathons, and ultra marathons. He started pacing in 2018. Ray is a certified marathon running coach and has helped runners successfully train for and complete a first full marathon. Additionally, he used to conduct running training sessions for police academy cadets to help them prepare for their academy fitness requirements. Ray loves how running has transformed him, bringing him to a fitness level he would have never dreamed of decades earlier. When not running, Ray is an avid artist, working with wood for carving and burning pictures.

Hien Frances T. - 2:30 pacer

Hien Frances starts running late more like in her adulthood, to be honest. She started running a few years back to stay in shape and be active. She signed up for her first 5k and loved it. She has been running numerous 5k, 10k and handful halfs and couple marathons. She believed in RUNNERS HELPING RUNNERs She is new to pacing and excited to help runner to achieve their running goal and have a good time on the course.

Lauren A. - 2:30 pacer

Since running her first 5k in fifth grade, Lauren has been passionate about running. Competing in track and cross country in school, Lauren now regularly runs in half and full marathons. She completed her eitght full marathon at Chicago. Training includes a mix of running, crossfitting, swimming and HIIT classes. She loves to stay active and occasionally participates in triathlons and mud runs. Lauren can't wait to share her love for running with you and is way to excited to help you have a great race!

2:35 SmartPace Teams

DeAnne M. - 2:35 pacer

DeAnne began running in 2006 during a journey to lose weight and change her health destiny. Starting with the Couch To 5K program (on a treadmill in her bedroom), she has gone on to run 10 full marathons, 25+ half marathons, and many, many 5K, 10k and 15Ks. In addition to pacing, she has served as a certified running coach for beginning, half and full marathon groups in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Her goal in pacing is to not only motivate and finish on time, but to make the experience as positive and fun as possible.

Kristi P. - 2:35 pacer

Kristi began her running journey in 2009, when she signed up for a local 5K as part of a new years resolution. She toed the line of that first 5K on May 1st and was instantly hooked to the energy, community, and joy that running brought to her life. Since 2009 she has ran around 80-ish half marathons, road full marathons, some trail ultras, and the infamous Barkley Fall! With over 20 half marathon pacing adventures in her resume, Kristi is experienced in helping other runners reach their PR goals! Kristi's absolute favorite thing about running is the community aspect of it, which is why she is super stoked to help get you to the finish line of your race! With positive reinforcement, a clear plan expressed at the start, and updates along each mile of the race you can relax on the pace concerns and just focus on your run and, most importantly, having fun!

2:40 SmartPace Teams

Amy U. - 2:40 pacer

Amy started running in 2014 as a new years resolution. She quickly grew to love the sport and has since participated in over a dozen half-marathons, 2 marathons and many sprint distance triathlons. After years of solo running she has recently been involved in running groups and pacing, she really enjoys talking (a lot) and meeting new runners at every event!

2:45 SmartPace Teams

Fatima A. - 2:45 pacer

Fatima has been a runner for as long as she can remember. She participated in track and cross country all throughout middle school and high school. In college, she started participating in 5k and 10K races. She continues to set new goals completing her first half marathon in Vegas. She went on to run more participating in Boulderthon, Nashville Rock and Roll Half and Colfax. She enjoys running with others and helping them achieve their goals. She is patient and encouraging. She wants to be there to cheer you on the whole way!

2:50 SmartPace Teams

Stephanie A. - 2:50 pacer

Stephanie has found a love of pacing over the last few years and has paced countless races in Omaha and Kansas. Running has always been more fun when running with friends for Stephanie. Stephanie enjoys counting dogs along the race route and you'll find her yelling them out at every opportunity! Come join the party pace and have some fun and hit your goals, all with a smile!

2:55 SmartPace Teams

Becky N. - 2:55 pacer

Becky is a 58 yr old runner from OK and has been running for over 25 years. She started doing half marathons in 2010 and marathons in 2011. First half was OKC Memorial and first marathon was Big Sur. Since then, she's run 42 halfs, 14 marathons and 1 ultra. Becky has paced 5- 15k races, 13 half marathons and 1 marathon. She has come within 30 seconds of goal pace every time. She has been pacing the 2:45 - 3:00 half marathon finish times and generally does run/walk intervals. She has found that 3 min/2min w/r interval works very well for those times, but that interval is not set in stone. She will modify according to what the group would like to do. She loves doing what she can to help people reach their goal times.

3:00 SmartPace Teams

Cori C. - 3:00 pacer

Cori was prompted by a friend to run a 5K as a way of stress release in February, 2012. When she crossed the finish line, the same friend challenged her to run a half-marathon in February, 2013. Cori became hooked on running at that point, and has run over 30 half-marathons and four full marathon since 2013. She works at a non-profit and has three children, the youngest of which has multiple disabilities. She loves the camaraderie and support of group runs and has a ton of fun getting to know other runners during races! She is known to finish each race with at least one new friend! Cori is an active member of Still I Run: Runners for Mental Health Awareness.

Brian J. - 3:00 pacer

Brian began his running career in 2007 by walking the OKC Memorial Half Marathon. Since that time, he has completed more than 300 events of 13.1 miles or longer. He is a dyed in the wool middle to back of the pack'er and dedicated to getting others of that ilk to the finish line. His running motto is, "If you're not having fun, you're not doing it right!"

3:15 SmartPace Teams

Lisa P. - 3:15 pacer

Lisa started training in earnest with a local running group in the summer of 2013 after being lapped by a chihuahua at the Plaza Dog N Jog. She has completed numerous 5 and 10K’s, 20+ half marathons, 2 marathons, and a 50K. Her mantra is “life is too short not to have fun”. She looks forward to helping others reach their goal of finishing a half marathon using the Galloway run/walk method resulting in a positive experience on race day.

3:30 SmartPace Teams

Aaron B. - 3:30 pacer

From the moment I met him, I sensed something different. I just didn’t know what or how high he was reaching. Aaron Burros emerged from the crowd carrying the 13-minute pacer flag. That meant he would be my pacer for the Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K in Tampa on December 16th, 2018. He was a commanding presence and we were about to learn why. The Run As we crossed the starting line and established our 1-minute run – 1-minute walk rhythm of the Jeff Galloway running system, he got us talking. That’s different from any other pacer I’ve seen. The others were good at keeping our pace and very personable but Aaron took it to another level. He engaged us with humor, information, and encouragement. He had us singing and shouting, letting everyone one nearby know we were there. It’s amazing how he was coaching us but also taking our mind to another level. Every time we walked, he asked two people to introduce themselves with their name, where they were from, why they ran and their claim to fame. Hearing each other’s stories, we were introduced, found similarities and motivation as we ran 9.3 miles. (After the race we exchanged our contact information. I wouldn’t have imagined I could pick up new clients while running a race.) Very quickly I realized this race was going to be much more than I anticipated. The Rest of the Story SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/episode/03ucYLHjbQNUpENT8UHRhE?si=UbdNM0G9QDOC68bPhm5_UQ&dl_branch=1. APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/run-the-race/id1485963489?i=1000529051491 #RunningServant How would you respond to those circumstances? I’m guessing most of us would play it safe. But not Aaron. He wants to help others. Even in the midst of his pain and the threat to his wellbeing, he chooses to help others. As the #RunningServant, he runs to raise money to help those who can’t help themselves. He thinks bigger and reaches higher knowing there are others who are also in pain and he wants to help alleviate their suffering. That is the very definition of compassion. That is why he was our pacer. In pacing us, he was helping us to do what we wouldn’t have done otherwise. But you wouldn’t ever have known it without hearing his story. He was energetic, humorous and a great coach. He took us mentally and physically to another level while he was in constant pain. The #runningservant runs for others when he is in pain and threatened by others. That is thinking much bigger and reaching much higher.

Full Marathon SmartPace Teams

3:00 SmartPace Teams

Devon C. - 3:00 pacer

Devon has been running competitively since middle school and has slowly transitioned to longer races with the furthest being the Leadville 100 in 2022. I plan to bring gummy bears and hand them out to anyone trying to run a 3 hr marathon! I can also provide limitless games of rock, paper, scissors upon request.

3:10 SmartPace Teams

Gryphon K. - 3:10 pacer

I ran Cross Country and Track in high school and throughout college for a D3 school in St Louis MO. I have now graduated to the ultra distance races and am running 50 miles soon. I know what it feels like to be in the “pain cave” and we are going to get everyone in our place group to a PR.

3:20 SmartPace Teams

Landry R. - 3:20 pacer

Landry Ratliff has been a dedicated runner since 2016, competing in distances ranging from 400 meters to 50 miles. In 2024, he shifted focus to marathon running, achieving a personal best of 2:59:30. Landry Ratliff also holds a mile PR of 4:40, showcasing versatility across various race distances.

3:30 SmartPace Teams

Patrick R. - 3:30 pacer

I am regarded as a ‘running mentor’ to many in the Denver running community and look forward to enhancing the race day experience. If you are looking for a pacer that will build connections with other participants and assisting you with meeting your personal goals, then I look forward with high anticipation to leading you across the finish line.

3:40 SmartPace Teams

Carl M. - 3:40 pacer

I love this race! This will be the sixth time I have run the Colfax Marathon. I ran the inaugural event in 2006. In 2013 and 2014 I won the Masters Division. This will be the second time I have paced this marathon. I have completed about 20 marathons with a personal best of 2:56:45 which I ran at the 2013 Colfax. I know how to train for, and complete, the marathon distance. Let me help you reach your goal!

3:50 SmartPace Teams

Erika Rayne A. - 3:50 pacer

Erika started her running journey back in March 2014. She has always preferred long distance over short distance, so in 2020 when she heard about ultra running she started getting on the trails. She has run a couple 5k races, over 50ish "official" marathons, a bunch of 50k trail marathons and half marathons, and two 50mile races on the OT 50 trail in Arkansas. She is on the board for Conway Running Club, her town of residence, and a member of the Arkansas Ultra Running Association. She is also on the board for River Valley Runners. She loves to run because it brings her peace and joy. She loves to pace because it's a thrill to see other people hit their goals and PRs at the finish. #Love2Run

4:00 SmartPace Teams

Ashok A. - 4:00 pacer

Ashok started running in 2015 and discovered a passion for long distance running. He has since finished numerous marathons and half marathons. He appreciates the support and motivation provided by pacers in those races. He believes in the value of effort based pacing during races. He looks forward to contributing to the running community

Patrick M. - 4:00 pacer

15 year road and trail runner

4:10 SmartPace Teams

Tyler A. - 4:10 pacer

After picking up running in college, Tyler has completed 16 marathons and too many half marathons to count. He is on a quest to complete a marathon in all 50 states (...maybe so far WI, AZ, OK, MO, AR, KS, TN, GA, MN, TX, AL, IA, MS, NE, LA, SD, and soon IL). From country music, Seinfeld quotes, video games, dogs, traveling, marketing and movies, you'll be sure to find something to talk about within a few miles. Otherwise he'll just start telling you random running stories. Tyler keeps up running for his mental health and a way to explore the world.

4:20 SmartPace Teams

David M. - 4:20 pacer

Dave started jogging, since 30 is too young to struggle with stairs. At first it was a shuffle between street lights, maybe 50 feet. Then one mile on a treadmill. Dave changed careers and ended up on a firetruck. He needed to stay in shape and started running every day. Dave ran 13 miles one day and someone told him to run in a race. Dave ran that race, then he ran a few more. He runs a dozen races a year and tries to make any race that needs a pacer. It keeps him trained up and it's much more exciting that the circle around his house. He is currently training with the Hansons method. Dave is flexible on pacing methods. He does like to try the beverages along the route and sometimes he sings.

4:30 SmartPace Teams

Ashley M. - 4:30 pacer

Ashley has been running since she was a freshman in high school (1999!). She has run a 50 miler, multiple 50k’s, 7 marathons, and over 15 1/2 marathons. She is so excited and grateful to support you on your goal to this 1/2 marathon time!!

4:45 SmartPace Teams

Sabin S. - 4:45 pacer

Sabin has been running since 2016. He has completed six half ironmans, two full ironmans, three marathons, and several half marathons. He enjoys triathlon, strength training, and running. Sabin is starting trail running in 2025 and has signed up for the Leadville Marathon in June.

5:00 SmartPace Teams

Wael S. - 5:00 pacer

Wael has been running since 2008. He has completed several ultra trail races, several half marathons and full marathons. He enjoys trail running with the Kansas City Trail Nerds. Wael completed three 100 mile ultra runs with a sub-24 hour finish in Feb, 2014.

5:20 SmartPace Teams

Ali S. - 5:20 pacer

Born and raised in northeast Ohio, Ali began running at an early age participating in sprints from elementary school through College. After college Ali began training for the marathon distance and beyond. She has completed two 100 mile races, more than ten 100k's and lots of other 50k and marathon distances since 2016. Ali spent the last 10 years running in Texas and now resides with her husband, two kids, and two dogs in Denver, CO.

5:40 SmartPace Teams

Kathryn W. - 5:40 pacer

Kathryn has been a competitive runner for 40 years. Over the last 26 years, she has completed 193 marathons/ultramarathons over 75 of them officially pacing. Her prowess to maintain a consistent pace and finishing so close to goal time, has earned her the moniker "The Pacer Queen". She is in pursuit of running all 50 states, but is slowed by the willingness to run the same marathons every year. Continuous streaks include 26 Houston, all 19 Oklahoma City Memorial, and all 13 Route 66 marathons. The positive of running so marathons anywhere is that her son has been to more states and countries than most adults. Kathryn's favorite quote is "To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." Steve Prefontaine.

6:00 SmartPace Teams

Andra A. - 6:00 pacer

In 2015, Andra ran her first marathon as her 40th Birthday gift to herself. Since that time, she has run four marathons and a 50K Ultra race. She began running in 2011, and in that time, she has run countless 5Ks, 10Ks, and half marathons. She loves to pace half marathons because her favorite race is one where she can help others get to their desired goals! She is a running coach. Andra is a General Manager of a hotel, and she is the Wellness Chair for her hotel management company that manages over 100 hotels. Andra loves HIIT training, and you can frequently find her running or riding her bicycle on the Platte River Trail.

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