Welcome to What The Fahad—your laid-back home for sports, fitness, and feeling good, inside and out!
Kick back with us as we dive into uplifting conversations with everyday athletes and passionate voices from across the GCC and beyond. We blend the thrill of behind-the-scenes stories and expert analysis with real talk on mental wellness and the ups and downs of the sporting life. Whether you’re training hard, just getting started, or love the journey from the sidelines, there’s always something here to keep you inspired, informed, and smiling.
Tune in, level up your mindset,
Sara Lodhi: Ambition, Family, and Protecting Your Mental Health
How do you keep chasing big goals without blowing up your relationships, your schedule, or your mental health?
On this episode of What The Fahad, Fahad talks with Sara Lodhi about:
Growing into her identity as an athlete while staying grounded in family and culture
The invisible mental and emotional load behind training and competing
Practical time‑management habits that stop her from burning out
The mindset shifts that let her aim high without constantly feeling guilty
Tune in if you’re trying to balance ambition and belonging—and want real strategies, not just motivational slogans.
29 May 2026
Gada Shaikli: Breaking Stereotypes, Beating Age, and Living What You Preach
Iraqi athlete Gada Shaikli joins What The Fahad to tear apart three powerful ideas:
The stereotypes that still follow women in sport
Why “I’m too old” is usually a mindset problem, not a physical one
How parents quietly shape their kids’ confidence by the way they live, not the advice they give
We dive into Gada’s journey, the cultural resistance she faced, how she built confidence later in life, and the daily choices she makes to be the example her kids actually watch. Plug in if you need a reality check, a push, and permission to chase your goals at any age.
21 Feb 2026
100 Triathlons in 100 Days: Ghani Souleymane’s World‑Record Sufferfest
Dubai‑based triathlete Ghani Souleymane set a world record by completing 100 consecutive triathlons in 100 days—then used the journey to raise awareness and funds for children affected by conflict.
In this conversation, we unpack the brutal daily routine, the community that formed around him, and how you can turn your next challenge into something bigger than a personal best.
Plug in if you need a serious dose of perspective and motivation.
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