BoostMode® Athletes

Champions aren’t born — they’re built.

At Valkra, we celebrate those who grind, in the gym, the office, or anywhere greatness is forged. The Athletes aren’t just competitors, they’re relentless in their pursuit of progress. They chase PRs, deadlines, and dreams with equal fire.

Whether you're pushing through CrossFit WODs, dominating HYROX, landing big career moves, or building your side hustle after hours, they embody the Valkra mindset: focus, energy, and grit. No shortcuts. No compromises.

This is where we highlight the relentless, those who show up, level up, and lead by example, day after day.

Noes

Hybrid Athlete

Born in the Netherlands with Afghan roots, Noes is a hybrid athlete wired for challenge, mentally and physically. Her journey started over a decade ago with casual gym sessions and quickly evolved into a full-throttle lifestyle of early mornings, loaded barbells, and long-distance finish lines.Today, she mix it all up: from city marathons to mountain trail runs, from CrossFit throwdowns to HYROX arenas. Noes doesn't just train for performance, she trains to explore the edges of discipline, curiosity, and resilience.When Noes is not racing the clock or lifting heavy, she works as a product and application specialist in medical devices, supporting research in life sciences. That’s where performance meets precision and Noes brings that same mindset to sport.To her, training is more than physical. It’s a daily reset. A way to stay grounded, push limits, and stay deeply connected to both body and mind.

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Thijmen Batens

Pro Golf

Born and raised in the Netherlands, Thijmen Batens is a young golfer with a mindset built for greatness. At just 21 years old, he’s already living the life of a pro, training relentlessly, competing with precision, and shaping his path toward the European Tour. Thijmen’s journey is defined by discipline. Every swing, every practice round, every early morning is part of something bigger: the pursuit of becoming the best version of himself. Golf may be his arena, but Thijmen’s drive goes far beyond the game. He sees sport as a mirror for life, demanding focus, patience, and persistence. Whether it’s under pressure on the green or deep in solo practice, he shows up with purpose. Thijmen doesn’t just play to win. He plays to evolve. To sharpen his mind. To fuel his ambition. That’s why he embodies the Valkra spirit: high-performance living, grounded in daily discipline and an unshakable commitment to growth.

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Rachel K Zhang

Triathlete

Rachel is a China-born, Canada-raised photographer, entrepreneur, and community builder who has transformed into a triathlete. Her journey bridges continents, disciplines, and identities. Rooted in creativity, driven by curiosity, and defined by grit. Rachel still captures moments behind the lens, builds meaningful spaces for others, and now channels her relentless spirit into endurance racing. As a Valkra Athlete, she embodies what it means to evolve with intention, proving that high performance is not just about competition, but about discovering how far you can go when you fully commit to your growth.

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Oliver Christodoulou

Hybrid Athlete

Born in South Africa and raised in motion, Oliver grew up outdoors, chasing waves, competing in sports, and forging a deep connection between movement and mindset. He went on to play field hockey at a high level, and even representing his province nationally. That discipline now powers his hybrid training lifestyle: a mix of strength, social rugby, and endurance pursuits like cycling and running.As a founder balancing business, health, and performance, Oliver knows that high output requires smart input. That’s why he’s intentional about how he fuels, looking beyond quick fixes to natural, effective solutions that work with the body, not against it.

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