Evan Dunfee
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I’m in Brazil for the first time in 10 years, since the Rio Olympics. And tomorrow morning I won’t be contesting for the podium. The hamstring tear I suffered in Tokyo 7 months ago is still healing and I am a long way from where I was then. But I’m excited for this test, to see where my body is at. And I am grateful that World Athletics included me in their pre-race press conference knowing that and asking me instead about what Brazil gave to me 10 years ago. It’s remarkable to think how much I’ve grown and changed in the last decade, and the role my first Olympics played in that. Tomorrow morning (7am Vancouver time on CBC Gem) I’ll hit the streets of Brasilia, and I will give it everything I have. And maybe tomorrow that will be 40th place. But my words from the evening of that fateful 50km 10 years ago will ring soundly in my ear, ‘I left everything I possibly had out there and I can’t ask for anything more than that.’
Evan Dunfee24,434 views • 2 months ago
I think I’ve only ever had one real hero in my life: Terry Fox. This week I’ve been reflecting on my race, but also missing out on the Terry Fox runs back home that I’d usually be out to support. I’ve taken so much inspiration from Terry. His dedication, his humility, and his desire to use his story & passion to do good in the community are just a few of his traits that I try to emulate in my own journey. These are all chronic traits but in a moment last Saturday morning, on the streets of Tokyo, it was Terry’s strength of will that I needed most. It was a trait I wasn’t sure I had. But like Terry, I simply had to try. 1 step, then 100 steps, then 1000 steps. I’ve learned a lot about myself this week. I’ve learned that I’m so much stronger than I think I am. I’ve learned that the thing about the Gold medal that brings me the most joy is seeing the joy it brings others when I ask if I can put it around their neck. And I’ve learned that 30 odd years ago I chose the best hero imaginable. Thank You Terry for teaching me what it means to be Canadian, for showing me the power our dreams have, and for teaching me that we all have tremendous strength. And thank you to Terry Fox Foundation for the amazing work you do. Everyone should check out the ‘Finish It’ campaign (where this amazing audio is from) to learn more.
Evan Dunfee32,026 views • 8 months ago
What a day. Last month, coming off my 20km PB in Adelaide, I had this idea of changing up my schedule and racing the 35km here in Dudince. I was in great shape and maybe, just maybe I could take a shot at the World Record. Well first, let’s rewind 20ish years to teenage me, never having even raced a 10km before. Gerry and I sat in his office and mapped out the future on his whiteboard. We set audacious goals. Goals that most sane people would have laughed at us for setting: Win Olympic Gold medals, break World Records. I used to think my success hinged on whether I achieved those goals or not. I’ve had to work my ass off the last 12 years to shed that perception for my physical and mental health and thanks in undefinable quantities to Kirsten Barnes, I got there. I’m not defined by medals won or records set. But that hasn’t stopped me from dreaming the biggest of dreams and chasing after them with everything I got. And falling short isn’t failure. Failure comes from shying away from big goals, from never trying. As the days to Dudince drew closer, I started to shy away. Training hadn’t felt the best the last couple weeks. Conditions didn’t look 100% optimal. I had made excuses not to try. This morning I woke up and convinced myself to try. To leave it all out there and give it every ounce I had. And boy am I so glad I did. I went out hard, racing the Mario Kart ghost of the 2:21:47 World Record. I got way ahead, slipped on the proverbial banana peel with 6km to go (i.e the wheels started to come off) and had to dig incredibly deep the last 3km to stop the record slipping just out of my grasp. I crossed the line in 2:21:40. A new World Record. a lifelong dream come true. An accomplishment that is owed in part to so many. But to name a few, this doesn’t happen without my family, Sara, Gerry, Marilou, Devon, Kirsten, and Iñaki. To each and every one of you who has helped guide me, or just been along for the ride cheering from the sidelines. This one’s for you! ❤️
Evan Dunfee34,321 views • 1 year ago
Chasing my dreams has made me into a person I am truly proud of. My advice: dream big, chase that dream with passion, and find success in the process. Most importantly, enjoy the journey of transformation it takes you on. Always appreciate you Devin Heroux, thanks for helping me share my post podium thoughts and feels!
Evan Dunfee19,369 views • 8 months ago
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