Olympic and World Champion cyclist Nicole Cooke inspired over a hundred Abbott employees to fit fitness into their work life when she spoke at the opening of their office gym on June 29, 2009. Just two days after winning her 10th British Championship in Abergavenny, Cooke spoke to the Abbott team about her own experiences and gave clear, motivational advice to get them into exercise.

The highlight of her visit was a raffle, held in aid of the Children’s Heart Federation, with the star prize a Focus Highland Peak 2009 Mountain bike donated by us. The lucky winner was Nick Kennedy who has vowed to make cycling to and from work part of his daily routine.

“It’s great to see a company take their staff’s health and fitness so seriously,”

said Nicole who herself enjoys the benefits of Abbott’s EAS sports nutrition.

“Regardless of whether you’re training for the Olympics or preparing for an important meeting, regular exercise and a balanced diet will help you maintain peak performance.”

Prizewinner Nick Kennedy with Nicole

Nicole Cooke & Vision 1 Racing are being sponsored by Focus for all their Bike Frames

Time Trial Frame: Focus Izalco Chrono 2009
Focus Izalco Chrono 09 Frame

Road Bike Frame: Focus Cayo 2009
Focus Cayo 09 Frame

Turbo Trainers & Rollers:
To help the team train Paligap have sponsored the Vision 1 Racing Team with: CycleOps Turbo Trainers & Rollers.
CycleOps Turbo Trainers & Rollers

Components:
For various cycle components Paligap have sponsored the Vision 1 Racing Team with: Ritchey Cycle Components
Ritchey Cycle Components