I'm doing a HYROX against cancer during HYROX Amsterdam 2027
With KWF, I hope to contribute to better research, better treatments, and ultimately a future where fewer families have to experience the pain of losing someone they love to cancer.
This cause is deeply personal to me. About 10 years ago, around the same time as this race, I lost someone close to me to cancer. That loss has stayed with me ever since. Through my work, and academic background, I have always felt a strong desire to contribute in some way to cancer research and to the fight against this disease.
That is why I believe so strongly in the work of KWF Kankerbestrijding. KWF funds scientific research and works toward cancer prevention, earlier detection, better treatments, and a better quality of life for people impacted by cancer and their loved ones.
For me, this challenge is not about competing for time. It is about finishing this race and doing so with purpose. Taking on this challenge alone is a huge step for me, both physically and mentally, but I want to do it for everyone impacted by cancer — for those who are living with the disease, in honour of the ones we have lost, and in support of the loved ones who continue to carry that loss with them.
Will you help me reach my fundraising goal?
Every donation, big or small, means a lot to me and brings me one step closer to that finish line and to supporting a cause that is much bigger than myself.
Thank you so much for your support, and for helping me stand up for better research, better care, and more hope.
Much love,
Aïcha
Mijn updates
January 2026: my first HYROX. Mixed doubles.
Friday 6th Nov 2026
Which sounds great because you can split the stations…
but trust me, the weights were heavy 😅
Back then, my training was minimal and WOW… HYROX really exposed me,
especially on the runs.
I was struggling, hurting, and questioning my life choices somewhere between
stations 😂
But I finished — see picture 😜
Now, one year later, I’m showing up stronger — in body and in mind.
The process is still ongoing, but I can really feel the progress: my mindset is
stronger, my running is getting better, I’ve hit my 10K, I’m training HYROX
twice a week, and I’m starting simulations.
I’m still not the fastest, but HYROX is all about endurance, grit, and
keeping going.
And this year, it means even more because I’m doing it as part of my
fundraising against cancer 💛
Stronger for the challenge. Stronger for the cause.
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