It has been difficult to get back on the saddle, particularly after getting whiplash and concussion, but it's just about understanding that sometimes it's OK to say, 'I don't want to get back on my bike for week.' Lizzie Armitstead backbikeconcussion share on social
My family will be disappointed only if I'm disappointed, and hopefully that won't be the case. I'm trying to view the Olympics like any other race and I think the London course will suit my style. Lizzie Armitstead casedisappointfamily Change image and share on social
Outside the Olympics, there are massive discrepancies within all sports. But the positive side for me is that the Olympics are the biggest platform there is, and there's total equality across all sports. Lizzie Armitstead bigdiscrepancyequality share on social
I'm one of the most tested athletes in the world. Lizzie Armitstead athletetestworld Change image and share on social
I have to make sure I get the right amount of protein and iron, and I take supplements for that. I think people would be surprised if they saw my diet, though; it's very normal. Lizzie Armitstead amountdietiron Change image and share on social
I've got a lot of silvers. Second seems to be something I end up being. I don't want to be the bridesmaid forever. Lizzie Armitstead bridesmaidendforever Change image and share on social
As a British rider, it's a privilege to be able to compete on home roads. The British public have really taken to cycling, and you can see that when the race goes through different towns: the community really gets behind it. Lizzie Armitstead britishcommunitycompete share on social
I'm 100 per cent motivated. I haven't done enough yet in cycling to be satisfied. Lizzie Armitstead centcyclemotivate Change image and share on social
