I was always cycling for my dad. Then the coaches got bigger, and my results got better. Suddenly, the responsibility grows, and I'm doing it for somebody else, I'm doing it for a programme; I'm doing it for the country. I'm doing it for, like, everybody. Victoria Pendleton bigcoachcountry 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
I normally don't listen to my instincts because I'm so full of doubt. Victoria Pendleton doubtfullinstinct Change image and share on social
I went to Australia and did a three day hike with my fiance through the wilderness, which was nice. Victoria Pendleton australiadayfiance Change image and share on social
I was just, like, all I want to do is be really good at something. Really, really good at something, so people are vaguely impressed by me. Victoria Pendleton goodimpresspeople 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'm not the perfect model of what an athlete should be, mentally or physically. Victoria Pendleton athletementallymodel Change image and share on social
I worried I was a boyish shape. I always thought I might grow some, but it never happened. Victoria Pendleton boyishgrowhappen Change image and share on social
It's a very unique feeling - to be that strong and unbreakable. But I'm working towards it. Victoria Pendleton feltstrongunbreakable Change image and share on social
We've all said, 'No, no, I couldn't do that... ' But actually, you could if you just went, 'You know what? I will... and I shall.' Once you realise that, it's quite wonderful. Victoria Pendleton haverealisewonderful Change image and share on social