Rebecca Adlington OBE

Rebecca Adlington OBE is a double Olympic gold medallist, world champion swimmer and one of Britain’s most celebrated athletes. Rebecca rose to international fame at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where she won two gold medals in the 400m and 800m freestyle, becoming the first British woman to achieve Olympic gold in swimming since 1960. She also earned two bronze medals at the 2004 Athens Olympics, establishing herself as a consistent world-class performer.

Beyond the Olympics, Rebecca has set multiple world records and won medals at World Championships and European Championships, cementing her legacy as one of the UK’s most successful swimmers. Her achievements are a testament to her dedication, resilience, and relentless work ethic, inspiring countless young athletes and audiences worldwide.

Since retiring from competitive swimming in 2013, Rebecca has transformed her experience into motivational speaking, sharing insights on goal-setting, perseverance, mental toughness and overcoming adversity. She also advocates for mental health awareness, fitness, and wellbeing, drawing from her personal journey of balancing elite sport with life beyond the pool.

Rebecca’s story resonates not only with sports enthusiasts but also with businesses, schools, and organisations seeking practical inspiration for resilience, leadership and peak performance. She demonstrates how determination, focus and a growth mindset can lead to extraordinary achievements, whether in sport, career, or personal life.

Speaking Topics

• Health, Fitness & Wellbeing
• Resilience & Overcoming Adversity 
• Peak Performance & Goal Setting 
• Motivation & Mental Toughness 
• Leadership & Teamwork 

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