From bag carriers for legends at London 2012 to standing on the Olympic podium together in Paris. Lina & Laviai Nielsen are the ultimate 'power duo' of British Athletics.
In this high-energy episode, Lloyd Kempson sits down with the world-class sprinting twins to dive deep into a journey that is nothing short of a movie script. They reveal what it’s really like to be identical twins competing for the same relay spots, living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and how they’ve reframed their relationship with their bodies to become faster than ever.
In this episode, we explore:
The Twin Dynamic: How they balance being each other's biggest supporters while remaining locked onto their own separate journey.
The 'Volunteer to Medalist' Arc: Reflections on their journey from 16-year-old bag carriers to Olympic stars.
Resilience Redefined: An honest conversation about navigating elite sport alongside MS and breaking the stigma of "invisible" illness.
The Birmingham Connection: Why a home European Championships in 2026 is the full-circle moment they’ve been waiting for.
Life Beyond the Track: Balancing training with nutrition, yoga, and building a creative brand together.
Whether you're an aspiring athlete or just love a story of incredible human spirit, this episode is a masterclass in showing up when it matters most.
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