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2x02 - Elinor Barker - Why let pregnancy get in the way of an OLYMPIC MEDAL?

Season 2025, Ep. 2
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Elinor Barker was in the midst of competing at the 2020 Olympics when she learned she was pregnant with her first child - a shock for many reasons, not the least that she's locked in an ongoing battle with chronic endometriosis. Now a back-to-back Olympic medallist and with a second baby on the way, Elinor sits down with Jodie and Ashleigh to dissect a career of highs, lows and everything in between. Stronger Than You Think, brought to you by Defender.

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