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  • LA Leggers in Santa Monica

    COACH’S CORNER: Safety First!

    Safety First! We started with just one simple safety rule, “Don’t fall down, don’t get hurt, and don’t run into anybody.” Then someone asked, “How ... read more >>

  • LA Leggers Running Shoes

    COACH’S CORNER: Shoes for Long Distance Training

    As we get into longer mileage during marathon training, making sure you have the right shoes is important.  If this is your first time buying ... read more >>

  • L.A. Leggers Marathon Gear

    COACH’S CORNER: What Should I Wear for Marathon Training?

    You decided to train for the LA Marathon and you joined the LA Leggers to avail yourself of the excellent coaching staff, supportive running and ... read more >>

  • leggers at water station

    COACH’S CORNER: A note from Coach Barry… What’s Next?

    You came to New Member Orientation. You heard the talk and participated in the Trial Mile. You may have already paid your membership fee to ... read more >>

  • Welcome to the L.A. Leggers 2022-23 season!

    To all our new members – a big hello 🙂 You’ve joined a passionate group of runners and walkers who show up every week, living ... read more >>

  • Linda

    Remembering long-time Legger Linda Whitehead

    We are saddened to hear about Linda's passing. We will miss her. Linda is gone but not forgotten. On behalf of the Leggers, Barry, ... read more >>