iRun because I cannot say no to a second slice of chocolate cake . Emily Shandruk , Vancouver, BC

iRun to stay fit and release those running endorphins . Liliana Plava , Calgary, AB

iRun because I want to qualify for Boston and raise money for charities near and dear to my heart . Christine Gracel , Calgary, AB

iRun because it makes me feel good, allows me to spend time with my friends and gives me a feeling of accomplishment . Helen Kolodziejzyk , Calgary, AB

iRun but not enough . Michael Shaw , New Westminister, BC

iRun because I never thought I would be able to . Gary Morris , Winnipeg, MB

iRun to challenge myself, physically and mentally . Kathleen Keenan , Brampton, ON

iRun because people around me inspire me . Pina Bevilacqua , Caledon, ON

iRun therefore I am . Duncan Walsh , Nottingham, UK

iRun because I live . Georges Schneller , Laval, QC

iRun to be free and enjoy our beautiful country . Cheryl Carter , Clearwater , BC

iRun for overall wellbeing . Trish McCourt , Halifax, NS

iRun because it makes me a better person, a better wife, a better mother and a better friend . Nathalie Joncas-Caissie , St-Antoine, NB

iRun because it makes me feel powerful . Carlene Paquette , Carp, ON

iRun because pecan pie, french fries and beer are chasing me . Teresa Sterling , Ottawa , ON

iRun because it’s in me . Michael Foley , Stittsville, ON

iRun because it reminds me that I am capable of so much more than I have done . James Sauve , Ottawa, ON

iRun for me . Kiza Francis , Ottawa,ON

iRun to prove to myself I can . Lesley McGougan , Brampton, ON

iRun because all the ladies are chasing my sexy runner’s body . Chris Baker , Etobicoke, ON

iRun because I can and I’m grateful . Terry SanCartier , Gatineau, QC

iRun because when I run I feel most alive . Meghan Lynch , Ottawa, ON

iRun to unleash my inner athlete . Adelle Densham , Avonmore, ON

iRun because it cleans up my life, because I drink more water, sleep better and eat healthier foods . Robin McIntyre , Ottawa, ON

iRun because of the peace and strength it brings me . Michelle Jordan , Ottawa, ON

iRun because I need it to soothe the soul, keep me in shape and for overall wellbeing . Beth Neil , Lombardy, ON