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Evan Esselink

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About Evan

Evan has been competitive in running since age 11, and with that, he brings years of valuable experience in the sport.

The Ontario native made his first world team at the age of 17, representing Canada in the 3000m at the 2009 IAAF World Youth Track & Field Championships. Since graduating University, Evan has continued to represent Canada on the world stage in cross country and on the roads, including the 2018 IAAF World Half Marathon Championships.

Evan speaks
  • English

My Coaching Philosophy

My coaching philosophy is simple. If an athlete & coach share a passion for running & have trust in one another, success and progress will exist. Tiering goals, working on self-belief, focusing on the things that make one happy, are all part of my coaching framework.

  • 3rd – 2018 Canadian Cross Country Championships
  • 2018 Canadian 10,000m Champion
  • 2017 Canadian 10,000m Champion
  • IAAF World XC Champs 2017 (Uganda) & 2019 (Denmark)
  • IAAF World Half Marathon Championships, 2018 (Spain)

Understands my needs and supports my goals

Evan has supported me in my running journey, from hard workouts and disappointments, to PBs and successes, small and large. He takes the time to understand my needs, to support my athletic and personal goals, and challenges me just the right amount to allow me to push my limits and grow as a runner.

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Interview

  • Favourite race type and why?

    My favourite race distance is currently the half marathon because of the training that comes along with it. I like the mix of workouts ranging from longer tempos on the roads to faster sessions on the track.

  • Favourite post-workout treat or go-to place?

    I really enjoy chocolate milk after workouts, or a big ole bowl of cereal.

  • Favourite running podcast, website, book, videos, or blog?

    Book: “Running for My Life: One Lost Boy’s Journey from the Killing Fields of Sudan to the Olympic Games” by Lopez Lomong