Pace Athletes

ericaFood on the run: Bananas, dates, coconut water, almond butter,  should I go on???
Animal in a previous life: Dolphin
Addictions: running, eating, mocha lattes
Playing on IPOD: John Meyer (even though I think he needs a personality adjustment), Pearl Jam
I run because: it is therapeutic
Shoe of choice: Asics Trail Sensor 3
Ideal day: Wake up without an alarm, go for a run before everyone is up and then spend the day with the kidlets
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Trapeze artist (unlikely)
P.A.C.E. athlete since: 2006
cindy-pellitierFood on the run:I usually just put a gel or two in my water bottle.  Not a big eater.  Shot bloks if I need more substance.
Animal in a previous life: A Lemer....you know "you've got to move it move it"  "from the movie....Madagascar"
Addictions: Red Wine...hahahaha
Playing on IPOD: Usually top 40 mix
I run because: I run because I can
Shoe of choice: Road shoes, Saucony Hurricanes; Trail Shoes, La Sportiva
Ideal day: How much information would you like?  Getting up, hitting the gym then back to have coffee with my honey, work, then play after work.  Which could be a number of things, dirt biking, trail running, street riding, etc.  Then have a nice dinner with the family, watch a little tv and then bed ; - )
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler?How about a muddy trapeze artist hahahahaha.  No I would have to say a mud wrestler, I like getting dirty....it makes me feel like I really got out and played, and besides have you ever seen my balance?!
P.A.C.E. athlete since: about 3 years now?
molly-1Food on the run: PACE longhaul cookies, with a few additions like coconut and dark chocolate chips!
Animal in a previous life: Deer
Addictions: Wine, cheese & chocolate.
Playing on IPOD: Shakira, en espanol!  
I run because: Sitting still and meditating just hasn't worked for me
Shoe of choice: Adidas/Salomon
Ideal day: Leisurely run, leisurely coffee and losing track of time in my garden. I love Saturdays...
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Mud artist.
P.A.C.E. athlete since: 2006
karen-kennedy-2Food on the run: Banana Hammer Gels & Ange's cookies
Animal in a previous life: I was a Kittie. meeeeow.
Addictions: (sigh) the usual suspects: wine, chocolate, chick flicks, etc.
Playing on IPOD: Madge & Brit-Brit. Pink & J T'lake. And Billy Joel! la la la de de da....
I run because: It's FUN!
Shoe of choice: Asics, Nine West ;)
Ideal day: Saturday's! An early morning run with friends. Eggs benny. Kelowna Farmer's Market. Urban Harvest. Okanagan Artisan bread. Twenty-minute power nap. A chit-chat and a snuggle with the tuxedo kitties. A veggie feast for dinner. And finally, a perfectly chilled glass of Okanagan wine (or two...)
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Trapeze artist. Although I have to admit, I prefer the flying trapeze to the swinging style. I am such a trapeze snob.
P.A.C.E. athlete since: Carter was four ;)
mattFood on the run: Cliff Bars if under 1.5 /Cookies if longer
Animal in a previous life: Bear
Addictions: Beer
Playing on IPOD: Dave Matthews / Aerosmith
I run because: Wife ??????
Shoe of choice: Adidas
Ideal day: Run with pace, Garden, Swim, Go out for Dinner (every Saturday)
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Mud Wrestler (afraid of heights)
P.A.C.E. athlete since: Winter 2010
natashaFood on the run: I'm going to assume you're talking about food while out running, if not, then let me know and I can come up with something else. Granola bars, almonds... as for anything else I haven't gotten too creative as I'm just starting out.
Animal in a previous life: A monkey!
Addictions: I might have a few addictions love music and all forms of dancing. Baking, I loooove baking! That's a lie, how about I just love food period! To go along with food, I love to cook and making a complete mess in the process.  Don't dare try to come between me and my books as it will mean a slow and painful death to those who try.  I read anything and everything and I can't forget my MAC =)
Playing on IPOD: I have a small group of favorites right now playing: Waka Wake by Shakira, Do You Remember by Jay Sean, Ghosts n Stuff by Deadmau5, Break Your Heart by Taio Cruz, When Love Takes Over by David Guetta and Rise Up by Yves LaRock.
I run because: I'm crazy and I like to run!
Shoe of choice: My four and a half inch black and white peep toe pumps! If we're talking running then my shoe of choice is my Montrail Masochists.
Ideal day: I get to wake up without an alarm, it's a nice sunny 30 degrees out, I get to do whatever I want to do preferably outside as it's so nice out, hang with friends, and have a day full of fun and laughter! Oh and don't forget some fantastic food and maybe a little reading.
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Mud wrestler, I don't have enough coordination to pull off a trapeze artist.  At least with mud wrestling I would look like I meant to do it and it's a much softer landing!
P.A.C.E. athlete since: Newbie! June 2010
alison-2Food on the run: juice with salt and water, sharkies, sunripe fruit bars, rebar
Animal in a previous life: Grizzly bear
Addictions: well.... running might top the list... popcorn (with butter), ice cream and wine with chocolate...
Playing on IPOD: Dixie Chicks, mercyme, jars of clay, nancy griffith, johnny cash, the national, Bobs & Lolo
I run because: I don't eat carrots, I'm addicted, and i love the view and to feel the flow
Shoe of choice: lots of cushion
Ideal day: sunrise run, coffee, breakfast with the family, church and picnic at the park or on the hike. even better on a backcountry trip (in my past life)!
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? In my mind... trapeze or a zip line then I'm tied in!
P.A.C.E. athlete since: 2006?
laura-1Food on the run: Blueberry figs
Animal in a previous life: Eagle
Addictions: Exercise, Shopping, Halava bars
Playing on IPOD: Nickleback,Metallica
I run because: Love the challenge, beauty and the great people
Shoe of choice: Adidas
Ideal day: A great run in nice weather, boating with good friends, food& fun
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Trapeze artist,  haha
P.A.C.E. athlete since: 2008
karen-christyFood on the run: Francine's Protein Bar, raisins, honey gummies
Animal in a previous life: Dog
Addictions: Coffee, shoes, chocolate mousse
Playing on IPOD: The Flaming Lips, Wilco, Coldplay, The Feelies
I run because: I can
Shoe of choice: Asics
Ideal day: Early run and watch the sun come up, coffee with my husband, a cuddle on the the coach with my son, and a hike with my dog Llewy
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Mud Wrestler
P.A.C.E. athlete since:
2009
carrieFood on the run: Never
Animal in a previous life: Nil
Addictions: Grocery stores and being outside
Playing on IPOD: MIA and Bon Iver
I run because: It’s free.  And I get to be outside
Shoe of choice: Mizuno Wave Alchemy
Ideal day: Having coffee with my husband, strolling in the Kelowna hills or in downtown Vancouver, and cooking a wicked dinner with friends.
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Trapeze, Definitely
P.A.C.E. athlete since: Now
sarah-2Food on the run: dates and lemonzest luna bars
Animal in a previous life: deer or moose
Addictions: red licorice:)
Playing on IPOD: anything that gets me moving!!
I run because: I eat too much red licorice!!
Shoe of choice: ASICS Gel Trail Attack
Ideal day: a day filled with good friends, fun activity, good food, good wine and No stress!
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Definitely a mud wrestler:)
P.A.C.E. athlete since: 2009
daniFood on the run: PACE Cookies, Raisins, Dried Cranberries & Shot Blocks
Animal in a previous life: Frog - Ribbit!
Addictions: Fitness, Food & Friends
Playing on IPOD: 90's music & country (I'm a prairie girl!)
I run because: It's a good way to escape the stresses of life
Shoe of choice: Salomon
Ideal day: A sunny winter day around Christmas time with early morning cartoons, skating & tobogganing with little cousins on the outdoor skating rink, coming back home for hot chocolate :)
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Trapeze artist
P.A.C.E. athlete since: January 2009
claudiaFood on the run: larabar (cashew and date), Hammer raspberry gel and Eload drink (lemon)
Animal in a previous life: frog
Addictions: chocolate
Playing on IPOD: Ozomatli
I run because: It’s relaxing and give me a possibility to pursue personal challenges
Shoe of choice: Salomon XT Wing
Ideal day: An outdoor activity with a nice meal at the end and good company
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? I really don’t know…
P.A.C.E. athlete since: January 2009
suzan-lappFood on the run: apples, carrots, power bars, and nuts
Animal in a previous life: horse, strong and sensitive
Addictions: food
Playing on IPOD: Rascal Flats, Reba and George Strait, country all the way!!
I run because: I love the outdoors, the smell of the flowers, meeting new people and feeling alive.
Shoe of choice: runners
Ideal day: Early wake up to a beautiful sunrise and clear blue skies. The day is spent outside with friends laughing, hiking or cycling. Enjoying the warmth and the spectacular views and smells.  The day is ended off around a campfire, a few beers and lots of laughs starring at the stars.
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? mud wrestler
P.A.C.E. athlete since: 2010
deb-murphyFood on the run: GU -espresso love
Animal in a previous life: lioness
Addictions: morning coffee
Playing on IPOD: Sheryl Crowe
I run because: it connects me to what's important - health, fresh air, and friends
Shoe of choice: Ascis Cumulus/Nimbus
Ideal day: any day in Mexico- morning run/walk with my husband and then sunshine and tequila
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Trapeze artist
P.A.C.E. athlete since: March 2010
STACE-BIOFood on the run: Cookie
Animal in a previous life: Yes I was
Addictions: Guitar
Playing on IPOD: N/A
I run because: I enjoy being outside
Shoe of choice: Nike
Ideal day: Sunshiny day with water, drinks and good music
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Trapeze artist
P.A.C.E. athlete since: 2009
karen-humes-bio-picFood on the run: Fig Newtons, Fruit Gummies
Animal in a previous life: Cat, no question
Addictions: Chocolate, fitness, laughing
Playing on IPOD: RocknRoll, anything with a hard core beat
I run because: see chocolate addiction
Shoe of choice: Adidas
Ideal day: Morning trail run/ride, lunch in the sunshine, margarita on the balcony and a seafood supper with my honey
Trapeze artist or mud wrestler? Mud Wrestler…dirt is great!
P.A.C.E. athlete since: 2008