MOUNTAIN BIKE ATHLETE

LIA ANTONIA LADBROOK

BEECHWORTH, VICTORIA

“You have to be in the arena to compete” - Paraphrasing Teddy Roosevelt

LIA ANTONIA LADBROOK BY THE NUMBERS

5

YEARS AS AN ATHLETE

1

NATIONAL WIN

3

NATIONAL PODIUMS

My name is Lia Ladbrook, and I am a Downhill and Enduro Mountain bike rider from Australia. I have always had a very competitive personality and, therefore, have nurtured a love for sport my whole life. This quality naturally drew me towards mountain bike racing, and I have fallen in love with the thrill and excitement of going fast on my bike.


Do you have any rituals before competing?


I don’t have set rituals, however, prior to competing, I focus on keeping a clear head and, no matter what, having fun on the bike.


What is a hidden talent that you have?


I enjoy art and drawing in my free time.


What are your top 3 values?


Perseverance, honesty, compassion.


Interesting fact or story about your time as an athlete


I broke my foot just before the beginning of my final year at school, and was off the bike for a whole year, confined to a moon boot and knee scooter. The first day I was cleared to ride my bike again was the day of my last exam, and it added to the celebration of the completion of high school.


Favorite CLIF Nutrition and Flavor


CLIF BAR Nut Butter Bar Peanut Butter