Laura King: Navigating Pregnancy And Motherhood As An Athlete

About this episode:

In this week’s episode, Hillary Allen interviews athlete Laura King about how she kept her identity as an athlete during pregnancy and now in motherhood.

Episode Highlights:

• How to balance pregnancy and motherhood with your athletic identity
• Giving yourself permission to meet your own needs
• Disproving myths around athletes and pregnancy 

Guest Bio – Laura King:

Laura’s background in competitive swimming led to 12 years competing in triathlon, including the Ironman World Championships and earning a pro license. An invitation to USA Cycling's Talent ID Camp and a simultaneous job offer for a major industry position presented a fork in the road, and her decision to take the industry position and pursue racing as a passion provided the right balance of career and sport. Her credibility as a competitor has served her well in a successful career of over a decade in the outdoor industry. A brief Xterra Triathlon stint revealed a love of the dirt, and a mountain biker/gravel racer was born. Though she still races in the pro/elite field, her heart is in getting more girls and women on bikes, the camaraderie, the satisfaction of a huge effort, and the corollary of travel and experiences. It's also how she met her favorite wheel—her husband, professional cyclist Ted King co-founding Rooted Vermont!

Read More About Laura King:

Website Links: 

• https://www.rootedvermont.com/
• https://theprokit.com/p/laura/
• https://www.rootedvermont.com/womens-clinic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauracameronking/