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It's been more than 15 years since Lance Armstrong first received his first two trophies and he's come a long way since then. Lance Armstrong the cycling extraordinaire with both feet planted safely and securely on the ground is a powerful figure on and off the bike. His support for cancer research has only served to push his fame further as support and respect pours in. He rules on the bike and with his fight against cancerous cells in his own body, he shows the world that he rules his life as well.

Emotional and Physical strength required Lance Armstrong, at the age of 13, showed his mother that he is gifted on the bike and almost at the cost of his high school diploma, he pursued a career as a competitive cyclist relentlessly. And when his doctor told him that he had cancer, his life was smashed into smithereens. Although devastated by news of his cancer, his life took on a new turn and instead of letting his health cripple him, Lance Armstrong took cancer by the neck and shook it! He refused to be beaten.

Because of his mental strength, physical prowess and his passion for living, he has become a role model today, a role model that many youngsters today look up to and want to be like when they grow up. He takes it upon himself to help instill the same kind of strength and competitive spirit in the new generation.

And with his commitment to their mental and physical health, Lance


Armstrong gives cycling a brand new image.

His support Because he has first-hand experience in fighting cancer, he's in the position to offer his support for those who are going through the same tormenting experience. Through the Lance Armstrong Foundation, he finds support and sponsorship to make the lives of people going through cancer treatment better.

And because of his mental strength and belief in the sport, he's gotten Discovery Channel to stand behind him. The Pace Line is a collaborative website between Discovery Channel, Lance Armstrong, AMD and a host of other corporate sponsors. The website delivers news about racing, general news about the sports, lets members download wallpapers, screensavers, and inspiring photos of recent races.

Online and Offline Lance Armstrong believes in racing and cycling so much that he has extended his reach through the Internet...as can be seen with his various websites. He fervently works to spread the message of strength and power. He, Lance Armstrong, has a significantly huge role to play in increasing the popularity of the sport through his nobleness, quiet strength and active spreading of the message.

About the author:

Dylan Miles, journalist, and website builder Dylan Miles lives in Texas. He is the owner and co-editor of http://www.bikestoday.info on which you will find a longer, more detailed version of this article.

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