Anyone that has been lucky enough to go to the races and witness the magnificent spectacle of a competitive race will know how people like me can instantly fall in love with the power and beauty of race horses in full gallop. Victoria Pendleton beautycompetitivefall share on social
Maybe guys also have insecurities, but in a sporting arena, they keep it to themselves. I can't do that. Victoria Pendleton arenaguyinsecurity Change image and share on social
I genuinely enjoy the process of making colourful, delicious food. But I do allow myself an occasional piece of chocolate - today I had a pastry. If I fancy something, I'll have it. Victoria Pendleton chocolatecolourfuldelicious Change image and share on social
As a kid growing up - I can see now - it didn't matter what I did, as long as it was something I could be really good at. Cycling just happened to be the opportunity that came along. Victoria Pendleton cyclegoodgrow Change image and share on social
I've always been like this - insecure - because I'm striving for something that can't be attained. I don't just want to be OK at this: I want to be the best at it, and I've never achieved that in my mind. Victoria Pendleton achieveattainhave share on social
Even though I've won numerous titles and an Olympic gold medal, there are still so many faults in my performance that I can honestly hardly bear to watch the videos back. Victoria Pendleton backbearfault Change image and share on social
I am so in tune with my body that I know how it should feel. Victoria Pendleton bodyfeeltune Change image and share on social
I never really felt I had the same respect as my male team-mates. My opinion wasn't worth as much. I used to sit quietly in meetings and not say anything, as I knew my opinions would be disregarded. And that's after I had become Olympic champion and multiple world champion. Victoria Pendleton championdisregardfelt share on social
I love sport and will do just about anything. Someone said they'd had a go at skiing off a mountain with a parachute, and that sounds great! Victoria Pendleton greatlovemountain Change image and share on social
Oh, I am an angel, though sometimes I wish I was more of a devil. Victoria Pendleton angeldevil Change image and share on social
