My name is Anass. I am 22 years old and I study Business IT & Management at Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences. I created this blog as part of the Digital Marketing minor, but the subject goes far beyond a school assignment for me.
 

Kickboxing has been an important part of my life for years. I train myself and I also coach children. Through the sport, I have learned a lot about discipline, confidence and physical strength. At the same time, I have also seen the risks that come with combat sports. I know kickboxers and boxers who have suffered concussions, memory problems and other symptoms after repeated blows to the head. In many cases, these problems were ignored or treated as a normal part of being a fighter.
 

That is what inspired me to create BrainHits.

In combat sports, athletes are often praised for being tough and continuing when things get difficult. However, real strength also means knowing when something is wrong. A headache, dizziness or confusion after a hard hit should not be seen as weakness. These may be signs that the brain needs rest and medical attention.
 

As a coach, I feel responsible for teaching young athletes more than punches, kicks and technique. I also want them to understand how to train safely, recognise possible injuries and speak honestly when they do not feel well. The habits children learn during training can influence how they protect themselves later in life.
 

With this blog, I want to make information about brain health easier to understand. My goal is not to discourage people from participating in contact sports. I believe these sports can offer valuable lessons and have a positive influence on people. My goal is to create more awareness so that athletes can continue doing what they love without ignoring their long-term health.
 

BrainHits combines my personal experience in kickboxing with my studies in Business IT & Management and digital marketing. It is a platform where sport, education and awareness come together. By sharing research, practical advice and real concerns from the sporting world, I hope to encourage athletes, coaches and parents to take brain health more seriously.
 

A fight may last only a few minutes, but the effects of a brain injury can last much longer. That is why protecting the brain should always be part of the training.