Dominic Lobalu
European champion and Swiss record holder relies on kybun Joya
Active regeneration with kybun Joya
The long-distance runner Dominic Lobalu, who competes for Switzerland, is among Europe’s elite over long distances. At the 2024 European Championships in Rome, he won gold over 10,000 meters and bronze over 5,000 meters. Over 5,000 meters, he holds the Swiss record with a time of 12:50.87.
Recovery plays an important role in his intensive running training. Dominic Lobalu uses the Ultimate Fascial Releaser from kybun Joya as part of his personal recovery routine.
About Dominic Lobalu
Dominic Lobalu is one of the most successful long-distance runners competing for Switzerland. At the 2024 European Championships in Rome, he won gold over 10,000 meters and bronze over 5,000 meters. A few weeks later, he finished fourth over 5,000 meters at the Olympic Games in Paris. In 2025, he improved his own Swiss record over 5,000 meters to 12:50.87.
However, his path into elite sport was marked by major upheavals: Dominic started running at a young age and gained his first international experience through the Athlete Refugee Team. Later, he drew attention with strong performances in the Diamond League and established himself as a top athlete for Switzerland.
In training, Lobalu relies on high-volume work, consistent recovery, and methods that help him keep his body as capable as possible in everyday life and under load.
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Frequently asked questions about Dominic Lobalu and kybun Joya
Who is Dominic Lobalu?
Dominic Lobalu is a Swiss long-distance runner with South Sudanese roots. He is one of Europe’s strongest runners over 5,000 and 10,000 meters and has established himself through performances in the Diamond League and at international championships.
Why does Dominic Lobalu use the Ultimate Fascial Releaser?
In the video, Dominic says that he uses the device developed by kybun in the morning, in the afternoon, and before going to sleep. For him, it is part of daily recovery and is meant to help loosen his legs and prevent injuries.
How often does Dominic Lobalu train?
According to the interview, Dominic trains from Monday to Saturday. He describes his weekly volume as around 180 kilometers, which is a very high training load.
What goal does Dominic Lobalu pursue in sport?
Dominic says in the transcript that his goal is to win the Olympic Games. This shows how strongly he is focused on peak performance, discipline, and consistency.
How does kybun Joya fit Dominic Lobalu?
Dominic describes the Ultimate Fascial Releaser as support for his recovery. That is exactly why kybun Joya suits him: high training loads, consistent recovery, and working toward performance with as few injuries as possible.
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