Fitness as the foundation of performance

January 27, 2026
4
 min to read
By
Bas Campbell

Where performance is delivered, preparation comes first. And more than ever, that preparation takes place in the gym. Fitness is no longer a separate discipline. It is the foundation of almost every sport. From hockey to handball, from football to padel and from individual training to fast growing competitive formats like HYROX. This shift demands apparel that keeps up with the intensity of modern training.

Unleash your power!

More hours in the gym than ever

Top performance starts with physical preparation. JDH ambassadors Terrance Pieters and Koen Bijen spend almost as many hours in the gym as they do on the hockey field. Strength, speed and stability make the difference at the highest level.
The same applies to team sports such as handball and football. Estavana Polman works daily on explosiveness and resilience, while professional clubs like TOP Oss structurally use fitness as a key driver of performance.

Fitness is also becoming increasingly important in other sports. Dutch top padel players Youri de Kroon and Julian Prins are spending more and more time in the gym to improve agility, core stability and power. And in rapidly growing sports such as HYROX, Cross Training, functional fitness and indoor conditioning, physical preparation is at the very core of performance.

Why the right fitness apparel matters

More training hours place higher demands on apparel. Fitness requires freedom of movement, breathability and comfort, without compromising on a strong and confident look. JDH fitness apparel is developed for high intensity workouts, repetitive movements and elevated heart rates, allowing you to stay focused on one thing only: UNLEASH YOUR POWER!

The Carbon fitness line is a direct response to these demands. Lightweight, functional and designed to support maximum performance, this collection includes:

Each item offers a dynamic fit, combined with materials that provide ventilation, moisture management and long lasting comfort. Whether you are training strength, explosiveness or endurance, these pieces support every phase of your workout.

From gym to game day

Fitness does not stop at the gym. Everything built there translates directly to performance on the field, court or pitch. JDH allsports apparel connects training and competition, delivering gear that performs just as well in preparation as it does on game day.

In a sports landscape where training intensity continues to increase, fitness is no longer an addition. It is an essential part of success. And that demands apparel that matches that ambition.

Discover the JDH fitness collection and experience how the right apparel elevates every training session.

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