Kuwaiti runner and coach Haya Al-Fares shared her inspiring athletic journey, which has made her a symbol of perseverance and determination. Alongside her career as an engineer, she pursued her passion for running and went on to achieve two Guinness World Records, reported Al Qabas newspaper.

In 2024, Al-Fares set her first record by running a half marathon (21 kilometer) every day for sixty consecutive days. A year later, in 2025, she secured another record for completing the fastest half marathon while carrying weight on her back. She described these milestones as the realization of a lifelong dream, saying she felt both proud and overjoyed when her efforts paid off.

Haya said, “My ambition is to be the Kuwaiti who breaks the most Guinness World Records. I like to set a goal to achieve, and once I reach it, I set a new one. This way, I see life as more beautiful and exciting.”

She added, “My start in sports happened by chance, when I participated in a running event organized by ministries in Kuwait. I won first place, and it was a good beginning. Since then, running has become an integral part of my life.” She later moved on to international races, saying, “I dreamed of something global, and achieving Guinness World Records was the culmination of that ambition.”

Haya emphasized that sports should be an essential part of everyone’s life and should be practiced daily for at least half an hour, or at the very least twice a week.

When asked about the secret to balancing her work and passion for sports, Haya replied, “Time management is everything. Good organization has helped me achieve my accomplishments without affecting my professional responsibilities.”