Sophie Golden

Cycling has been part of my life for as long as I can remember.At first it was about freedom and the feeling of riding an open road. Through cycling, I learned how capable my body is. That sense of strength and control is hard to replicate anywhere else.But over the years, what has stayed with me most isn’t the performance, but the people. The friendships built through shared rides or events.The quiet encouragement and support of others mid-ride.The laughter that follows hard effort. Sport very much shaped my career as well. I completed a Master’s in Sports Science and went on to work in elite performance environments, including British Swimming and England Rugby Sevens . Supporting athletes at that level taught me a huge amount about resilience, preparation and composure under pressure. Alongside that, I’ve always tested my own limits, from years of triathlon to completing Ironman and two ultra marathons. These experiences have been transformational for me. They've given me patience.Self-belief.Perspective. Now, what matters most to me is helping other women feel that same sense of capability, not necessarily through competition, but in a way that builds something steady and lasting.