Steve Backley is Britain's most successful Javelin thrower - ever! After 7 Gold medals, 3 world records, two Olympic silver medals and one bronze, Steve Backley finally hung up his javelin at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, showing he is still one of the world's best by placing 4th in the final. Since his retirement, Steve has found it hard satisfying his competitive side, and so with this in mind Steve took on a new challenge at the start of 2008 by competing in ITV's Dancing on Ice.

Steve knows exactly how to bring out the best in all of us

In detail

With this in mind, retirement from Athletics has not meant a break with the sport that he loves and Steve has now taken on a key role with BBC Radio 5Live and their athletics commentary, and was covering the 2008 Olympics out in Beijing for them. Steve also has an integral part in the UK Athletics organisation and he has now been signed up by UK Athletics Performance Director, Dave Collins, to take on a high-profile role as a UKA mentor, working in a support role with senior athletes. In 2002 he was awarded his OBE.

What he offers you

Steve defines three main attributes that he believes lead to success - self-belief, motivation and application. Winning is more than just natural talent and we all have the ability to tap into these natural sources to make the ultimate difference on the day. He links his theories with his own sporting achievements adding humorous anecdotal tales and behind the scenes snippets.

How he presents

Steve is down to earth and an immediately warm and engaging character. His approach is to the point and easy to relate to and he has a clear and eloquent manner of explanation. He is an intelligent and direct presenter, with a calm and friendly style.

Languages

He presents in English.

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