Pedals and Purpose: Laura King on Family, Racing, and Changing the Game for Women in Cycling

In this episode of Zone2Speak, I sit down with cyclist, community builder, and women's advocate Laura King for an inspiring and down-to-earth conversation about balancing elite performance with real life. We dive into Laura’s unique journey—racing Ironman triathlons, helping shape the gravel scene through Rooted Vermont, and most recently, redefining what it means to be an athlete while navigating pregnancy and postpartum. Laura shares how she stayed connected to sport while cycling through both of her pregnancies, the mindset shifts that came with motherhood, and how she continues to chase big goals while raising a family. We also explore her advocacy for women in cycling, the barriers that still exist, and the community efforts she’s leading to create more inclusive and empowering spaces for female athletes. Whether you're a parent, an athlete, or just someone passionate about sport and personal growth, Laura's story is a powerful reminder that it's possible to evolve, shift gears, and still ride strong. --- Follow Laura King Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauracameronking/  Website: https://direct.me/lauraking 20% off Padaris Sports - performance underwear for women: www.paradissport.com and code LAURA20 --- 🎁 Discounts for Zone2Speak Listeners! Use code ZONE2SPEAK to save on top-tier performance and wellness products that support your training, recovery, and everyday health: 🚴‍♂️ Cycplus Smart Pump – 10% off (plus 5% off everything else) A compact, powerful pump ideal for cyclists and endurance athletes. Shop Cycplus 🧴 OLEUS – 15% off Clean, science-backed skincare for athletes and active lifestyles. Hydrate, protect, and recover with formulas designed for performance-driven skin. Shop OLEUS and use code ZONE2SPEAK15 🥤 Nuzest – 15% off Clean, plant-based protein designed to support recovery and performance without artificial additives. Get yours here ☕ Clearly Not Coffee – 10% off A functional blend of cacao, mushrooms, maca, and adaptogens for calm energy and focus. Try it here 🍃 Codeage – 10% off A leading supplement brand offering collagen, vitamins, liposomal blends, probiotics, and more. Explore Codeage 🎧 Shokz Bone Conduction Headphones – £10 off Designed for situational awareness while training outdoors. Shop Shokz 🧴 Fre Skincare – 35% off Skincare designed specifically for active lifestyles and skin that sweats. Shop Fre 💪 First Endurance – 20% off Trusted by elite endurance athletes for science-backed nutrition, fueling, and recovery. Get started 🌿 Genki Wellness – 25% off Personalized nutrition and coaching for sustainable wellness. Visit Genki 🏋️‍♂️ OMRE Supplements – 15% off Premium supplements to support strength, stamina, and recovery. Explore OMRE 🥣 Huel – Nutritionally complete meals High-protein, plant-based meals packed with essential nutrients—perfect for busy athletes. Try Huel and use code ZONE2SPEAK 💪 Save on top products to elevate your health, performance, and recovery! 🚀 --- To all of my listeners, thank you for your continued support! Follow Zone2Speak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zone2speak/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@zone2speak/videos  Follow Host Juliana V: https://www.instagram.com/this.is.juliana.v/