Woman Racer Spotlight: Milene Proust

Name: Milene Proust

Hometown: Blois, France 

How did you get into cycling? Following an injury while running, my partner introduced me to Zwift for rehabilitation. I was able to resume competition through the Zwift Grand Prix, the French Cup, and the women’s races… I regained a taste for training and team spirit.

How many years have you been racing on Zwift? I have been on Zwift since August 2023.

Are you part of a Virtual team? I race with the French team Hexagone.

What is your favourite style of race (e.g. points, scratch, iTT, TTT, Chase, duathlon)?  I like difficult races with a scratch finish because I have a light and endurance profile.

What is your favourite Zwift women’s race series? I love doing the tiny races on Saturday morning. I liked participating in Zwift Grand Prix, because the ranking was high and I am competitive!

What is your most memorable racing experience, inside or outside or BOTH? The most memorable race I did was the Zwift Alps for a Zwift Grand Prix. I started last and I reached the top 20, it was a really extraordinary.

What is your favourite food to eat post race? Unfortunately, I don’t have a favourite post-race meal because I often can’t eat anything. I just quickly jump into a hot shower.

What advice would you give to a woman entering her first Zwift race? Just one word: have fun! Discover the maps and start fun rides like Tour of Watopia, and if you are competitive, take part in races and you will quickly become addicted.

Karla Williams
Karla Williams
Karla is originally from Peru, but lives in the UK. Her profound passion for women’s racing led her, with a friend, to establish a supportive space for women to develop, grow and find belonging. Karla is the Co-founder/Director of Aeonian Race Team, a women's only eracing team, and holds the same roles at The Warrior Games, organizing enjoyable, fun and competitive races for the Zwift women’s community.

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