Train Hard Race Easy

A heartfelt thank you to D’impuls for being our main sponsor this running season. Your trust, support and dedication have played an important role in our journey. We are grateful for this partnership and look forward to many more successful seasons together 🏃🏻🏃🏻‍♀️💯🪇

Happy Monday! Happy New Week, Happy New Month, and welcome to June 🪴🪴

Today, we are once again shining the spotlight on Jethro and Duty for their exceptional performances yesterday, where both athletes achieved impressive new personal bests.

Their success is no coincidence. It is the result of weeks of dedication, disciplined training, balanced nutrition and unwavering commitment to the program designed by Coach Ludwig Dirksz. Day after day, they have trusted the process, stayed focused on their goals, and put in the work required to improve.

Their efforts paid off in a big way on a certified fast 10K course, with Jethro Saint Fleur clocking a remarkable new PB of 32:22 and Duty K**k setting a fantastic new PB of 33:52. These performances are a testament to what can be achieved through consistency, patience and determination.

Every early morning, every challenging workout, every recovery session and every healthy choice has contributed to this achievement. Personal bests are not just numbers on a clock—they are milestones that reflect growth, sacrifice and perseverance.

As we begin a new month, Jethro and Duty remind us that progress comes from showing up every day and staying committed to the journey, even when the results are not immediate. Their achievements are proof that when preparation meets opportunity, great things happen.

Congratulations once again, Jethro and Duty! We are incredibly proud of your accomplishments. Keep trusting the process, stay hungry and continue chasing excellence. This is only the beginning and we look forward to seeing what you achieve next. The best is yet to come 🏃‍♂️🔥🏆
D’impuls

Are you ready for the AAF National Championship 2026? This is the most important event of the year, where the athletes of the AAF Clubs will be competing to be crowned National Champion.

17 – 18 – 19 June 2026
📍 Stadion G.P. Trinidad

20 June 2026
📍 Tropical Storm Field Noord
🎽 Category: U13 till Masters
📢 Inscription will open Wednesday, 27th of May on atletiek.nu

⚠️ Registration must be completed by Team Leader.

🏃‍♂️⚡ FASTEST 10K – 2ND EDITION ⚡🏃‍♀️

Today, runners took on the 2nd edition of the Fastest 10K, organized by Ultimate Challenge Aruba on the certified point-to-point course ARU-2025-010-BDC. With its fast layout along Watty Vos Boulevard, this route continues to establish itself as one of the best places in Aruba to chase a personal best.

There may be many races on the calendar, but not every race offers a certified course specifically designed for fast performances. Today, those who lined up at the start took full advantage of the opportunity.

🏆 Jethro claimed the overall victory with an outstanding new PB of 32:22.

🥈 Duty crossed the finish line in second place, also recording an impressive PR of 33:52.

🥉 Jurrien rounded out the podium with a strong run to secure third place overall.

What stood out most today was the quality of the performances. While the field may have been small, the results were remarkable, with several runners achieving personal records on this lightning-fast course.

👏 A special shout-out goes to Jocy and Mileydys. After already completing the demanding 4-days Arubabank Challenge, they still stepped up to the starting line and delivered impressive performances in today's 10K. Your determination, resilience and love for the sport are truly inspiring. You girls absolutely rocked it! 💪🔥

Events like these are only possible because of the dedicated people working behind the scenes. A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Peter Simon, the Ultimate Challenge team and all the volunteers 🎽 whose hard work and commitment made this event another great success.

As one challenge ends, another awaits. Keep training, stay focused, and get ready for the next major event on the calendar—the AAF 61st Aruba National Championship.

Congratulations to every participant, every personal-best achiever, every volunteer and every supporter who contributed to making this event memorable. The Fastest 10K continues to live up to its name and we look forward to seeing even more runners take on this certified speed course in the future.

🏅🇦🇼 See you at the next starting line 🏁

What an incredible way to wrap up the Arubabank 20th Anniversary Walk & Run Challenge 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻 Today marked the 4th and final day of an amazing event filled with determination, perseverance, adrenaline and unforgettable moments🙏🏼🔥🚀.

First and foremost, congratulations to every participant who showed up and gave it their all throughout these four challenging days. Whether you crossed the finish line first or simply pushed yourself beyond your limits, you are all champions 🪇✨️.

A huge shoutout to all our teammates who represented with pride, dedication and heart. Thank you for your commitment, teamwork and fighting spirit🙌🏼🙌🏼. Your hard work did not go unnoticed🦿🚀.

Special congratulations to all category winners and podium finishers. Your achievements are the result of countless hours of training, discipline and sacrifice🥇🥈🥉.

A very special recognition goes to Dy-Onn and Dy-Angeli from Alpha Team, both trained under the guidance of Coach Ludwig. Your success is proof that consistency and hard work always pay off. Dy-onn delivered an outstanding performance by securing 2nd Place Overall, while Dy-Angeli, competing in her very first Arubabank Challenge at just 12 years old, amazed everyone by conquering 5th Place Overall🙏🏼🏃🏻‍♀️📸. What an incredible accomplishment and a bright future ahead☝🏽🔥

Congratulations to Ria and her team for capturing 1st Place in the Team Category🙌🏼. Your teamwork, determination and dedication led you to the top. Also, congratulations to Ruliano and his team for earning 2nd Place in the Team Category🦿🚀. An excellent achievement and well deserved👊🏼

And last but certainly not least, a huge shoutout to Myra Spijkers for finishing among the Top 10 overall. Your dedication, resilience and passion continue to inspire us💫👏🏼🏃🏻‍♀️. Congratulations, kiddo—we are all so proud of you 🪇🏁💯

Keep chasing your goals, keep pushing your limits and keep believing in your potential.
🌟🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🔥💪
D’impuls
Aruba Bank N.V.

It’s truly inspiring to see young athletes standing strong among the big boys and girls, showing determination, discipline and passion. The future of sports looks bright with this new generation stepping up and making their mark.

Keep shining, Myra Spijkers of Jays Runners!☝🏽🏃🏻‍♀️ Your hard work, energy and dedication do not go unnoticed — we see you, we support you and we are cheering for you every step of the way.

And to all the other athletes: today is the final day of the Aruba Bank 4-Days Challenge, give it your all, stay strong and finish with pride. Good luck to everyone participating🏁🔥 Your hard work and dedication are inspiring the entire community. 💪🏽🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🔥

Meet the awesome teammates of Train Hard Race Easy, the heart and spirit of our THRE family ❤️🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♂️

Different stories, one passion. Together we motivate, support and push each other to become better every day. Thank you all for being part of this amazing journey 💪🏽🔥

And to the teammates who couldn’t make it this time, you were missed and are always part of the THRE family. ❤️

Happy & Blessed New Week🪴✨

Today marks a truly special milestone for Train Hard Race Easy as we proudly celebrate our 7th Team Anniversary, Lucky Number 7! 🎉💪🏽

Seven years of dedication, discipline, friendships, growth, early mornings, finish lines, challenges, victories and unforgettable memories. What started as a passion for running and supporting one another has grown into a strong family filled with motivation, positivity and perseverance.

We would like to thank every single athlete past, present and future, for being part of this incredible journey. Each person who has joined this team has contributed something valuable. We continue to inspire one another, learn from each other and grow stronger together both on and off the road.

A very special thank you goes to our coach for the endless commitment and guidance throughout the years. Thank you for creating our schedules, believing in us even when we doubt ourselves, listening to our concerns, encouraging us during difficult moments and correcting us when necessary so we can become better athletes and individuals. Your patience, passion and leadership do not go unnoticed. We appreciate everything you do for this team.

Congratulations and a heartfelt thank you as well to the THRE Board — the driving motor behind the team. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, organization, support and commitment in keeping the team moving forward year after year. So much happens behind the scenes and your efforts truly make a difference. We appreciate all that you do for the THRE family. 👏🏽❤️

A sincere thank you to our sponsor, D’impuls and family for believing in Train Hard Race Easy and continuously supporting our vision and journey. Your support, trust and encouragement have helped us grow stronger throughout the years. We are truly grateful to have you standing with us as part of the THRE family. Thank you for investing in our team and in our dreams. 🙏🏽❤️

To the entire THRE family: congratulations on this amazing achievement! Let us continue to uplift one another, remain positive, stay disciplined and always trust the process. Success does not happen overnight, but together we continue moving forward one step, one mile and one finish line at a time.🏁

And what better way to celebrate than by kicking off Day 1 of the Arubabank 4 Days Challenge! 🎽🔥 Let’s show up with energy, unity, smiles and team spirit as we celebrate not just our anniversary, but the strength of our community and love for the sport.

Here’s to 7 strong years of Train Hard Race Easy and many more years of health, happiness, friendship and success ahead ❤️🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♂️

What an unforgettable weekend at the 34th edition of the Ronde van Aruba 🌟🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

From Friday night into Saturday morning, athletes from all over Aruba came together to take on the famous 72 km challenge around the island, competing solo, in duo, or as part of an relay team. The energy, determination and teamwork were truly inspiring 🏃‍♀️🏃

We are incredibly proud that so many of our teammates participated, representing not only our own teams but also strengthening and supporting other teams throughout the event. The commitment and passion shown by everyone were amazing to see.

A very special congratulations goes to Amadee for her outstanding achievement in winning the Solo Challenge and breaking her own record once again 💃🏆🔥 Your dedication, strength and perseverance continue to inspire us all.

We also want to give a big shoutout to our former teammate Hilduard for courageously taking on the Solo Challenge and finishing strong 🦿. Completing such a demanding challenge is an achievement to be proud of! Congratulations Hilduard 💐🏁👏

And of course, congratulations to every single participant who crossed the finish line, whether solo, duo, or relay. Every step taken around the island represents discipline, teamwork and determination.

Special recognition to our amazing teammates:
🥇 Superfood Team — 1st place and a new record (04:56:13) in the Relay 161–200 category
🥈 Giralda and crew — 2nd place in the Relay 160 years and under category
🥇 Antonio and crew — 1st place in the Corporate Relay 120 years and under category
🥉 Condy and crew — 3rd place in the Relay 161–200 category

To all our teammates and friends who participated and gave it their all: we are proud of each and every one of you.

You guys absolutely rock! 💙💛🔥