Kelsey Mitchell, an Olympic gold medalist in track cycling, is embarking on a new adventure in bobsledding after being praised for her potential during a tryout camp. Mitchell, who clinched gold in women’s sprint cycling at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, is set to join the Canadian bobsled team at a training camp in Whistler, B.C.
Despite initially lacking experience in bobsledding, Mitchell is eager to learn and adapt quickly to the challenges of the sport. With a background in track cycling, she brings a strong lower body foundation but is working on enhancing her upper body strength and mastering the sprinting technique required for bobsledding.
While Mitchell aims to compete in the 2028 Summer Olympics in track cycling, she is fully committed to her current journey in bobsledding. Inspired by the possibility of becoming an Olympian in both the Winter and Summer Games, Mitchell is focused on contributing to Team Canada’s success while staying healthy and enjoying the experience.
Transitioning from track cycling to bobsledding has presented its own set of physical challenges for Mitchell, who acknowledges the differences in training and demands of each sport. Despite facing hurdles, Mitchell’s coachability and determination have impressed the Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton team staff, who believe in her potential to excel in the high-speed, aggressive world of bobsledding.
