Jess Learmonth, an elite triathlete and engaging speaker, has earned two Commonwealth silver medals and a European championship title. Her rise to the top of triathlon includes nine World Series podium finishes, ranking second overall in 2019.<\/p>\n
Jess started her triathlon career at 23, a latecomer compared to her early-starting peers. She worked in a supermarket while nurturing a diverse athletic background. This background includes football with Leeds United Academy and golf at Wetherby Golf Club. Her competitive swimming at the City of Leeds Swim Club laid her triathlon foundation.<\/p>\n
In 2016, Jess burst onto the triathlon scene. By the next year, she had won the European championship and secured a podium spot at the World Series Grand Final in Rotterdam. Her 2018 achievements include double silver at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games in individual and mixed team relay. Jess also boasts nine World Triathlon Series podium finishes. Jess is a strong swimmer, often leading out of the water. Her cycling prowess sets the pace in races. She has dominated the Super League Triathlon, winning three of four events in 2021.<\/p>\n
Dyslexic herself, Jess understands the confidence sports can bring. She is passionate about helping girls realize their potential, whether as Olympians or simply as healthy, happy individuals. As a speaker, Jess Learmonth\u2019s journey is relatable to many young athletes questioning their sports future. A qualified triathlon coach, she aims to guide those seeking their path in sports.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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