Stephanie Dunlap | Marathon Pacer

Stephanie Dunlap, a marathon pacer, shares her journey of becoming a runner and helping others achieve their marathon goals. She started pacing in 2016 and has since paced countless races, including the California International Marathon (CIM). Stephanie specializes in pacing the six-hour marathon and three-hour half marathon, but has paced faster times in the past. She believes that all runners, regardless of their pace, deserve support and recognition. Stephanie also discusses the controversy surrounding the Boston Marathon's six-hour cutoff and the importance of inclusivity in the running community. Stephanie Dunlap discusses the challenges and experiences of being a pacer in marathons, particularly for the back-of-the-pack runners. She shares her thoughts on strict cutoff times, the importance of inclusivity in races, and the impact of crossing the marathon finish line. Stephanie also talks about her most memorable pacing experience and her gear preferences.