You've got all that 130 km. of being totally focused, and as soon as you cross the line, it takes a few seconds to realise what's happened. Lizzie Armitstead crossfocushappen Change image and share on social
When you are on a climb, you always pick out people's words of encouragement, and it can push us on, without doubt. Lizzie Armitstead climbdoubtencouragement Change image and share on social
I mean, for me, the reason I ride my bike and race is because I love doing it, not because I'm seeking recognition for it. Lizzie Armitstead bikeloverace Change image and share on social
As I get older, it's getting more frustrating because I'm starting to think about what I'm going to do after cycling, and I may be pushed to study alongside riding in order to prepare for retirement - all those things the professional blokes don't really have to think about. Lizzie Armitstead alongsideblokecycle share on social
I don't particularly buy into all the nutrition fads and that sort of thing. Lizzie Armitstead buyfadnutrition Change image and share on social
I eat a lot more now than I ever used to. I have taken a real interest in nutrition and believe in the difference that makes when fueling your body correctly. That means never skipping a meal and making sure that my diet supports my training needs. Lizzie Armitstead bodycorrectlydiet share on social
I can't pick up the phone to everybody that doubts me and explain myself. Lizzie Armitstead doubtexplainphone Change image and share on social
I remember if the telephone rang after 9 o'clock in the house, my mother would say, 'Who's ringing at this time?' We just wouldn't answer the phone. Lizzie Armitstead answerclockhouse Change image and share on social
I've never thought about it in training, 'If I do this, then maybe I can be on the SPOTY shortlist.' Lizzie Armitstead haveshortlistspoty Change image and share on social
