Tortoise & Hare: Reflections on Endurance Running
Featuring Olympian Gabriela DeBues-Stafford, and her coach & husband Rowan DeBues-Stafford
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Explore thoughts on training philosophy, experiences racing and running around the world, and maybe the occasional bit of gossip or rant about the wider world of Track & Field.
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Recent Race Highlights
2025 World Athletics Championships 1500m
3:59.65 – 11th in the World and G’s fastest 1500m in 3 years!
Canadian 5000m Champion
G snagged the 8th Senior Canadian Title of her career in Ottawa this June with a win in the 5000m.
Back to Back Paavo Nurmi Games Champion
Gabriela defended her 1500m title at the 2026 Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku, Finland.
For all of Gabriela’s results, check out her World Athletics Profile and follow her on Instagram.
Working with Rowan
Rowan works with dedicated athletes across all abilities in events ranging from the 1500m to the 50 mile ultras.
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