At The Healthy Body Company, we are committed to supporting local talent and inspiring stories. Ben Metcalfe, a promising cyclist and the son of our massage therapist Zena, has been part of our sponsorship program for the last two years. His passion and determination to excel in the competitive world of cycling inspire us all.
This year, Ben raced in events across the globe. He started strong at the Oceania Championships in Brisbane in April, finishing 4th in the road race.
From there, he competed in the Tour of Japan, one of his key targets for the year. Unfortunately, a crash on the first stage left him with a hip injury, forcing him to withdraw early.
Refusing to let the setback define his season, Ben travelled to Europe to continue racing. In Austria, he competed in the Oberösterreich Rundfahrt 2.2, earning an impressive 10th place on stage 2 and finishing 15th overall.
In Italy, Ben took on the Giro dell’Appennino 2.1, where he raced against some of the best cyclists in the world. Finishing in the top 40, he gained invaluable experience that will serve him well in future competitions.
The season’s finale brought Ben to the Tour of Alsace in France. He began the race with high hopes, but another crash during the queen stage disrupted his plans. Despite his best efforts, he was unable to rejoin the lead group and was forced to withdraw before the final stage.
Ben Metcalfe in action.
Reflecting on his year, Ben shared:
Although it wasn’t the dream trip I was after, I learnt some invaluable lessons. I can’t thank The Healthy Body Company enough for their ongoing support. Without their help, these opportunities wouldn’t be possible.
Ben’s resilience and determination are a testament to his character. His story reminds us that success is as much about learning from challenges as it is about achieving victories.
We’re proud to support Ben and can’t wait to see what the future holds for him. You can follow his cycling journey and cheer him on through his Instagram: @bennymetcalfe.
Keep pedalling, Ben—we’re with you every step of the way!
