Hot takes with Canadian steeplechase record-holder Gen Lalonde

Gen Lalonde is one of Canada’s best distance runners. The University of Guelph alumna is the Canadian 3,000m steeplechase record-holder, and she is gearing up for the World Cross-Country Championships on March 30. 

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We know that Lalonde is into track, and we know that she’s a high-level athlete, but below are some of Lalonde’s opinions that we were unaware of before yesterday. We presented her with 10 rapid-fire questions on contested topics that don’t necessarily have anything to do with running. Here’s how she answered. 

Flaming Hot Cheetos or all dressed chips? All dressed chips. I just really like chips.

Treadmill or cold-weather run? Cold weather run.

Ariana Grande or Kanye? Kanye.

Nike Vaporfly’s: too much or just enough? I’ll wait until New Balance comes out with a similar shoe.

Toronto or Los Angeles? Toronto, I like the vibe better.

Friends or Seinfeld? Friends. I grew up dancing to the theme song. 

Apple or Google? Both. I’m have a Google home system and a Google phone but also an iPad and a Mac. 

Fancy or casual? Casual with a fancy dinner.

Cocktail or beer? Sparkling juice. 

City or beach? Beach. 

Want to know more about Lalonde? Canadian Running is doing a day-in-the life series with some of Canada’s top athletes and record-holders. Keep an eye out for a glimpse into the lives of Lalonde, Melissa Bishop and Gabriela Stafford as they gear up for their 2019 seasons.