How elite riders combine high level racing with full-time jobs

All but a handful of elite women riders have to fit in training around full-time jobs — just like most amateurs. What can we learn from how they manage such demanding schedules?

Why do so many more elite women racing cyclists have full-time jobs compared to their male counterparts?

Moreover, how do those women who work full-time and race at a very high level fit in their training?

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