Louise Vardeman: Breaking Barriers in Women's Cycling

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In this empowering episode of the Inspiring Women Leaders podcast, we sit down with Louise Vardeman—cyclist, campaigner, and changemaker—as she shares her inspiring journey from a self-described non-sporty child to a trailblazer in women’s cycling. Louise speaks openly about overcoming injuries, navigating personal challenges, and discovering her purpose on two wheels. She dives into important topics like mental health, parenting, and redefining work-life balance to create a more meaningful life. You'll also hear how her efforts with The Internationelles helped ignite the campaign for a women’s Tour de France—and why she's committed to making sport more inclusive for all.

Louise is rocking a "very pink" custom-painted TOA designed by Mike Pryde

Click here to see the painting by 752 Workshop in Hong Kong.

Best known as the founder of The Internationelles, Louise is a passionate advocate for gender equality in professional cycling. Despite having no elite sports background, her evolution into a prominent voice in the movement is a powerful story of resilience and vision.

Off the bike, she champions mental wellbeing, inclusion, and structural change in sport—using her platform to inspire a new generation to embrace strength, community, and joy through cycling.