Lisa Parkes

Lisa Parkes

I’m a world champion athlete, coach, and accredited technical official proudly representing Australia in the sport of Obstacle Course Racing (OCR)

Current Campaigns

    • Obstacle Sports

    ABOUT Lisa Parkes

    Defying Limits: My Journey from Champion to Dream Chaser

    In 2024, I stood on top of the podium as a World Champion in Obstacle Course Racing — not just as an athlete, but as an older female athlete who defied the odds, the stereotypes, and every “you can’t” along the way.

    This journey wasn’t just about winning. It was about proving that age is just a number, and that we are so much more capable than we believe. Every scrape, every fall, every obstacle I faced on the course was a mirror of life — and I learned that with heart, grit, and belief, anything is possible.

    Now, I’m on a mission to defend my world title and pursue a dream even bigger: to represent Australia at the next Olympic Games — not only as an athlete, but also as an official, flying the flag for our country in every way I can.

    I believe in dreaming big, in rising above limits, and in inspiring others — especially women, older athletes, and anyone who’s ever been told “you can’t.” Because I know now: there’s no such word as can’t.

    With your support, I’ll continue this journey — not just for me, but for everyone who needs to hear that it’s never too late to chase your dreams.

    Let’s prove together that obstacles are meant to be overcome.

    Thank you for believing in me.

    www.lisaparkes.com.au