There's been a lot of champions before me, and I'm sure there will be ahead of me. Lizzie Armitstead aheadchampionlot Change image and share on social
I am proud, but I'm annoyed with myself for not believing in myself enough. Lizzie Armitstead annoybelieveproud Change image and share on social
The UCI have to make the decision to put in rules into women's cycling that they have in men's cycling: you know, like a minimum budget to run a women's team and that sort of thing so that it becomes more professional. Lizzie Armitstead budgetcycledecision share on social
I have to be a leader now. I need to shoulder responsibility more than I used to. It's changed me, but I'm OK with that. Lizzie Armitstead changeleaderresponsibility Change image and share on social
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
I'm one of the most tested athletes in the world. Lizzie Armitstead athletetestworld Change image and share on social
I like being part of the Great Britain setup. I like feeling I'm at a race that is important and the pressure that goes with it. Lizzie Armitstead britainfeltgreat 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
