Looking to run a PB or need help hitting a target time at the event? Our pacer team are here to help.
Our dedicated pacers are passionate about the adidas Manchester Marathon and their role in helping you reach their goals. We have a number of pacers across a wide range of target times, from 2:45 to 6:00.
Get to know your pacer before joining them on the day by checking out their profiles below. Look out for your pacer in your start wave before the event, where they'll be wearing large flags with their running times on them.
Why did you become a pacer? 🏃
I think you should always do something that scares you. But then I loved it. So hopefully I’ll be helping other scared people with a bit of chat and some awful tunes.
How many events have you officially paced?
Four
What is it about marathons that makes you come back year on year and now want to pace others?
It’s a long way and we should always feed very proud of ourselves for completing it.
What is your top tip for participants on the day? 💪
Start slowly, chat with others and use the loo before you start.
What do you love about the adidas Manchester Marathon? 🐝
The crowds – they’re amazing!
Why did you become a pacer? 🏃
I love the buzz of helping people reach their targets.
How many events have you officially paced?
I have officially paced well over 20 races, 10k through to marathon distances. I have paced at Manchester marathon since 2014!
What is it about marathons that makes you come back year on year and now want to pace others?
As part of the 100-marathon club, I've always been fond of longer distances and the satisfaction you get from helping others and the individual achievement too!
What is your top tip for participants on the day? 💪
Believe in yourself!
What do you love about the adidas Manchester Marathon? 🐝
Manchester marathon is just THE best atmosphere! The crowd get you round almost as much as your legs do!!
Why did you become a pacer? 🏃
I became a pacer to help people achieve their goals, it’s a great feeling playing a small part in someone’s marathon.
How many events have you officially paced?
Eighteen
What is it about marathons that makes you come back year on year and now want to pace others?
I love the marathon distance, I’ve made a lot of friends on the circuit, it’s a distance that always challenges you but also rewards you.
What is your top tip for participants on the day? 💪
Don’t think too far ahead, take it mile by mile, main thing is to enjoy the day and don’t start off to fast.
What do you love about the adidas Manchester Marathon? 🐝
Manchester marathon is so friendly, the support is amazing from the crowds, it’s a special day!
Why did you become a pacer? 🏃
As an experienced runner I wanted to help others achieve their goals.
How many events have you officially paced?
I have paced various marathons and have been an official pacer for Manchester Marathon for the past 5 years.
What is it about marathons that makes you come back year on year and now want to pace others?
Running makes me feel so good, it’s not easy running 26.2 miles but the achievement and pride when you finish is amazing!
What is your top tip for participants on the day? 💪
Don’t take off too fast, that’s why running with a pacer helps people achieve their goal time and enjoy the experience.
What do you love about the adidas Manchester Marathon? 🐝
Manchester is known to be flat, as a pacer I feel it helps as people trying to stick on pace there’s no hidden surprises, the support is also amazing and keeps the group feeling positive.
Why did you become a pacer? 🏃
To help others in their goals to achieve on race day. It’s a really rewarding experience, and on occasions quite emotional.
How many events have you officially paced?
Ten, in a total marathon career of 481.
What is it about marathons that makes you come back year on year and now want to pace others?
The spirit amongst the runners, it's race day that makes all the training and sacrifices worthwhile. The crowds in Manchester are amazing!
What is your top tip for participants on the day? 💪
Relax, and enjoy every step, every cheer and every post-race drink …
What do you love about the adidas Manchester Marathon? 🐝
This is one of the best days of the running year. From meeting up with the other pacers, to the joy of people crossing the finishing line it’s fantastic. I’m a 3.30 pacer so come join me, you won’t need to worry about the pace - I’m rather experienced. 🏃🏽♂️