Bart Vandermoere
Paratriatleet
"Chase your dreams: passionate and driven to achieve your goal"
Tell us something about yourself?
Hello, my name is Bart Vandermoere, 43 years old, married and father of 3 daughters. Since 2016 I have had 2 hip prostheses. Because there are permanent problems with walking and moving in general, I participate in paratriathlon. I can say that I am pretty passionate about my sport. Just being able to enjoy what I can do is already more than a satisfaction for me.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
Wearing a mojid band is very important to me because my medical background makes me feel more secure when I am alone during workouts or in daily activities.
What is your life mantra?
Chase your dreams: passionate and driven to achieve your goal
Arthur Van Laer
“ Happy trainer and athlete.”
"Keep on believing and make the ‘impossible’ possible!"
Tell us something about yourself?
I’m a passionate and disciplined athlete and train almost every single day as a long distance runner. I’m always looking and creating new goals for each season to work towards. Besides all the training and competitions, I try to pass on my passion and experience to the younger athletes of my athletics club.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
I wear my Mojid band because I’m training almost all the time and haven’t always the possibility the take my phone with me in case of emergency.
What is your life mantra?
Keep on believing and make the ‘impossible’ possible!
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Stefaan Maene
Mr.Moon, Olympic Finalist
"I hated every minute of training, but I always told myself not to quit.
"Don't quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion".
Quote Muhammad Ali"
Tell us something about yourself?
I started swimming in school. When the teacher told my parents I was talented, I joined a swimming club. My biggest dream was to participate in the Olympics. During my swimming career I broke 78 Belgium records. My dream became reality. Finally in ’92 I participated in the Barcelona Olympic Games. I was an Olympic finalist (200 meter back stroke). Some highlights of my swimming career: In ’93 I received a bronze Medaille 200 M. back stroke at the World Championships in Palma the Mallorca In ’94 I won the USA Open in Buffalo NY 3 times. In ’95 I competed in the European Championships in Wien and received a Bronze medal for 100 M. back stroke. After my professional swimming years, I started coaching abroad to share my experience as an Olympian. A few years ago I came back to Belgium. My passion for swimming is still as big as when I started, therefore I started my own Company SWIMMOON, Swimming from a to z, where I share my Passion and my Experience with triathletes, swimmers and extreme sporters at all levels so that they can chase their dreams.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
Safety is the most important thing in life. After my swimming career the doctor found out that I have an auto immune disease. The medication I take is important data (if something happens to me). That's why Mojid Bands is a great initiative...knowing that you are safe at all times.
What is your life mantra?
I hated every minute of training, but I always told myself not to quit. "Don't quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion". Quote Muhammad Ali
Davy Christiaens
“fanatic – aren’t we all? – granfondo cyclist”
"“Come back stronger!""
Tell us something about yourself?
My name is Davy Christiaens, married, proud father of lovely 14 year old daughter and a cycling fanatic. Road racing, beach racing, mountainbike, track racing,… you name it, I do it. Or at least it’s still on my bucket list. I like to test my boundaries and challenge myself, which is why I focus on riding granfondo-races. I might not be one of the best when it comes to climbing, but for me it’s all about pushing myself and being the best I can be, rather then aiming for a podium (even though I once reached 4th place in Tour of Cambridgeshire, losing 3rd place by a centimeter).
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
Not so long ago I was hit by a car on training. Luckily I was still conscious and lucid enough to remember my wife’s phone number. That was the moment I realized I needed something that had al my “in case of emergency” information on me. Until I discovered Mojid Bands…
What is your life mantra?
“Come back stronger!"
Camiel De Smul
Passionele fietser
"Blijf sporten en leef gezond."
Tell us something about yourself?
Ik ben een gepensioneerd passionele fietser en ben 76 jaar oud. Naast het fietsen ben ik nog instructeur nordic walking en in 2003 was ik wereldkampioen veldrijden in de E-categorie +55.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
Ik draag Mojid altijd. Mojid is heel belangrijk voor mocht het toch eens verkeerd lopen. Zo heb ik steeds mijn medische -en contact info altijd bij me.
What is your life mantra?
Blijf sporten en leef gezond.
Celine Leroi
Ultra distance cyclist
"The only time you should ever look back is to see how far you've come - Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you're doing the impossible !"
Tell us something about yourself?
I'm a belgian amateur cyclist suffering of ankylosing spondylitis. In the context of spondylitis, sport or at least physical activity is considered essential. The longer we stay in motion, the slower the progression of the disease. My goal is to promote sport, physical activity and cycling in particular as a supplement to therapy. Each year a cycle more than 8.000 km and achieve long distance challenges. I cycle to raise funds for the CLAIR.be association helping people with inflammatory rheumatic diseases.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
I train over long distances and often in the mountains. I am reassured to know that in the event of an accident, my family will be able to be notified using the contact details on my bracelet. Being sick and having a specific treatment, the data can help the emergency services.
What is your life mantra?
The only time you should ever look back is to see how far you've come - Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you're doing the impossible !
Kim Colpaert
Happy Age Group Triathlete
"If you believe it, you can achieve it!
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Tell us something about yourself?
Happy and passionated in everything that I do. Always giving myself 100% for everyone around me.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
I wear them for my safety on training rides, runs and open water swimming. My kids wear them as well when we are on vacation or going on a family day trip.
What is your life mantra?
If you believe it, you can achieve it!
Pieter Heemeryck
Triathlete on the road to Kona
"Whatever you do, do it with passion and do not let your choices be influenced by others. Choose your own path and get the most out of yourself!"
Tell us something about yourself?
Hi, my name is Pieter Heemeryck and since 2019 I am a professional triathlete. Before the start of my career I was a sports teacher in a primary school where I had some great time! Sinds 2 year I am also a father of a son named Quinn. We also have a border collie (dog) named Scott and we live with our family in Winksele, a little city close to Leuven. (Belgium)
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
As a triathlete you are often on the road and you can not predict what can happen. If something had go wrong you always have a backup with the Mojid band. Hopefully I will never need my Mojid band, but in case of important time surely will be won!
What is your life mantra?
Whatever you do, do it with passion and do not let your choices be influenced by others. Choose your own path and get the most out of yourself!
Katrien Verstuyft
2x Olympic triathlete, 2017 IM70.3 Weymouth winner, 2018 Challenge Prague winner
""Fall down 7 times. Get up 8!” - In sports you have highs and lows. True champions are the ones who get over disappointments and come back stronger."
Tell us something about yourself?
I started swimming competitions when I was 11 years old and switched to triathlon at the age of 25. Without real training on the bike and the run, I finished 3rd in my first Olympic Distance race which was the Belgian championship and also finished 2nd at the national sprint championships that same year. I was wondering what I could do with structured training and started working with a coach. Only one year after my debut in triathlon, I was at the start line of my first ETU European championships and started racing internationally. When triathlon seemed to be ‘just for fun’ in 2008, it was discovering myself in 2009 to finally qualify for the London Olympics in 2012 and in the end a second Olympic qualification for the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games. After Rio my focus went from Olympic Distance to longer distances with a win in Weymouth IM70.3 2017 and Challenge Prague 2018 as my biggest performances.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
When I was 18 years old, I had a bike accident on my way home from my third day at university. A car driver opened the door of her parked car and hit me. I crashed and could nearly push my head away from another car driving on the road. I got lucky only my hand and leg were hit and never lost consciousness, but from that moment I realize how important it is to cary your ID with you. Having a Mojid band around my wrist just gives me that extra confidence in case something happens on my training rides and runs.
What is your life mantra?
"Fall down 7 times. Get up 8!” - In sports you have highs and lows. True champions are the ones who get over disappointments and come back stronger.
Filip Taragel
Sports lover and former professional track & road cyclist
"Never settle for average when you can have the best.
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Tell us something about yourself?
I love sport and I can't imagine my life without it. In cycling I found everything: endurance, adrenalin, passion and emotions.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
I like the idea of mojidbands because the big part of my trainings are outdoor at the streets in full trafic and anything could happen, so it's great to have important informations on my hand.
What is your life mantra?
Never settle for average when you can have the best.
Filip Sebo
Happy triathlete
"Be always positive and everything is gonna be easier."
Tell us something about yourself?
I'm enjoying my life. Living present moment, right here right now and trying to be happy 24/7.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
Because of a great idea to own my personal details and because of the good thing like ''child focus’'.
What is your life mantra?
Be always positive and everything is gonna be easier.
Lukas Siska
Internationally ranked on the ITU world circuit, 2015 European Games qualifier in Baku
"Go for it! and enjoy the journey"
Tell us something about yourself?
I'm a happy guy who is blessed to have a wonderful family and good ppl in my life.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
I where Mojid because it looks fly and actually serves a purpose and that is safety. Its cool because its not just for looks.
What is your life mantra?
Go for it! and enjoy the journey
Richard Varga
1x EUROPEAN CHAMPION 2 x OLYMPIAN 4 x WORLD CHAMPION 9 x TRIATLETE OF THE YEAR IN SLOVAKIA
"Everyone in the world has a dream. Make your dream your goal and your life will respond with happiness."
Tell us something about yourself?
I am an olympic triathlete following my dream, my love, my work. Reaching my limits and enjoying everyday´s life.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
I wear Mojid bands because I believe it is good to have basic information about yourself always with you in case of anything happens.
What is your life mantra?
Everyone in the world has a dream. Make your dream your goal and your life will respond with happiness.
Alena Stevens
Pro Triathlete competing in Long distance and Xterra triathlons
"Dreams are there to be fulfilled!"
Tell us something about yourself?
As ex VIP flight attendant I took a brave decision to give up my job and fullfill my dream. I turned from amateur triathlete to professional level in 2015. Currently holding the Slovak female fastest time ever achieved at Ironman World Championships, Kona Hawaii.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
As a long distance triathlete I spend lots of time training on my own. Very often in remote areas, where wearing Mojid Band becomes very essential kit and keeps me safe. In case of unwanted emergency it helps to identify important personal details in critical moments.
What is your life mantra?
Dreams are there to be fulfilled!
Ghislain Marechal
World top Ultra Triathlete, multiple double and triple ironman finisher, English Channel swimmer, …
"Mark Twain said once: "If your dreams don't scare you .. then they are not big enough". So stop wishing and start doing and enjoy every path before reaching your goal."
Tell us something about yourself?
Former French rugbyman. I have discovered my assets in ultra-triathlons and ultra-endurance-sports. I am always setting up new goals to explore my limits.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
I have very long bike training sessions, most of the time alone, sometimes at nights ... I find it quite reassuring that my relatives could be quickly informed in case of accident. I am also registered as an organ donor. Time is pretty important and can save lifes ...
What is your life mantra?
Mark Twain said once: "If your dreams don't scare you .. then they are not big enough". So stop wishing and start doing and enjoy every path before reaching your goal.
Timothy Van Houtem
2015 Ironman Hawaii World Champion M30, Ironman Athlete, Challenge Madrid 2017, EC long distance Challenge Madrid 2018
"Currahee! A quote which gives me power, energy and motivation. Currahee is a mountain in Toccoa, USA where US special forces got their heavy training. Later on this was used as a combat mantra."
Tell us something about yourself?
I am 30 years old and employed in Brussels. Next to that I am a very passionate 70.3 and full distance triathlete, this since 2009. Triathlon truly has become a lifestyle for me, with several world champion titles on several disciplines.
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
The last few years I was involved in quite some serious crashes, all luckily with ending. AS I am mostly alone on the road, I do realize the importance of having a Mojid Band with all the right data. A Mojid Band for me is like a helmet: should be compulsory to wear it on training and in competition.
What is your life mantra?
Currahee! A quote which gives me power, energy and motivation. Currahee is a mountain in Toccoa, USA where US special forces got their heavy training. Later on this was used as a combat mantra.
Ivan Jezko
IronMan PRO Triathlete
"Life is too short to hesitate!"
Tell us something about yourself?
Former slovak road cycling rider becoming a triathlete and pro Ironman athlete. Enjoying the long distance, trying to discover and beat myself...
Why do you wear a Mojid band?
I train most of the time alone, all my run and bike, and that can be pretty dangerous. Good to wear a kind of protection. In case of accident or any medical issue, any stranger who would find me lying unconscious on the ground could contact my family and help me! That is why I support MOJID!
What is your life mantra?
Life is too short to hesitate!
