Lauren Wells is a Canberra-born determined and fierce athlete who loves any challenge in the 400 meter hurdles. She enjoys the ultimate test of speed, strength and endurance offered by the technical aspect of this game. From the Australia National Athletics Team to the Commonwealth Games to the World Cup and Juniors, she has enjoyed it all. She has certainly carved a niche for herself as an inspirational preschool teacher for young girls who want to venture into the world of athletics.

Born name

Lauren Boden Wells

nickname

Lauren

Sun sign

Lion

Place of birth

Canberra, Australia

Residence

Canberra, Australia

nationality

training

Lauren Wells studied at Kaleen Elementary School . She later attended Lyneham High School and Daramalan College in Canberra. She then received a B.Sc. Degree in Psychology with a major in Sport Science from the University of Canberra .

occupation

athlete, teacher

family

• Father – Neil Boden
• Mutter – Kerry Boden
• Siblings – Steven Boden (brother)

Manager

Lauren Wells is managed by Matt Beckenham, Founder of MattyB DEPT, Canberra, Australia.

Trainer

Matt Beckenham

events

• 400 meter hurdles
• 400 Meter
• long jump

Build

Athletic

Height

179 cm (5 ft 10½ in)

weight

66 kg or 145.5 lbs

friend/spouse

Lauren Wells dated –

1. Heath Wells (2013-Present) – On November 9, 2013, Lauren married her boyfriend, former Australian Softball World Championships member Heath Wells. Heath’s sister Meredith introduced her and during the London 2012 Olympics, Heath proposed to Lauren. They killed 90 special guests in the Rose Garden of the House of Representatives at Old Parliament House in Canberra. The couple seems to be going smoothly with their married life.

race/ethnicity

White

hair colour

Dark Brown (Natural)

eye color

Green

sexual orientation

Just

distinguishing features

• dimple smile
• High cheekbones
• Trained body

brand promotion

Lauren Wells has endorsed –

• Nike Australia
• Ausport SuperStore
• Jamberry-Nägel
• Berlin Australia
• Bridge Climbing Australia
• Light Feet AU
• Qantas
• Cadbury Australia

Religion

Christianity

Known for

• The youngest to be Australian 400m hurdles champion Overall, she has won more than nine times
• Representing Australia in various events such as World University Games , Commonwealth Games (2006 and 2010) and Summer Olympics (2012 and 2016)

first movie

Lauren has yet to make her big screen debut.

First TV show

She hasn’t appeared in any television programs yet.

Personal trainer

Lauren Wells trains with her fellow athletes at The MattyB DEPT, either on the track or in the gym, working to improve his strength, endurance and speed. While preparing for a championship, she trains 25 to 28 hours a week (Sunday as a rest day), otherwise 10 to 15 hours of training a week.

She also trains with her training partner Melissa Breenis. One of her favorite exercises is the hip thrust.

As for her diet, she doesn’t follow any specific diet but eats everything in moderation, the majority of which are the healthy foods that help her train harder at the optimal level.

Lauren Wells favorite things

• Overseas Destination – Lucerne, Switzerland
• Main course – pork belly with mango salad
• Main – roast lamb and vegetables
• Dessert – cookies and cream cheesecake

Lauren Wells facts

1. In 2002, she began working with coach Matt Beckenham.
2. She started competing at the age of 5.
3. In her earlier days, she competed for North Canberra/Gungahlin Athletics Club.
4. She wears the number 81 when representing the Australian national athletics team.
5. In 2004, Lauren was declared ACT Sports Star of the Year (Junior Athlete).
6. If she were an animal, she would be a lion.
7. Lauren wants Anne Hathaway to portray her if a film is ever made about her life.
8. The athlete who inspires her the most is Jana Pittman.
9. Her hobbies include making handmade cards, shopping, reading and relaxing at home with her husband and two dogs.
10. If she wasn’t an athlete, she would have been a preschool teacher.
11. In 2012, she had seven stitches across her left eye after injuring herself playing indoor roller hockey.
12. She wishes to be remembered as a “national” and an internationally successful athlete who achieved her sporting potential and passed her performances both on the track and among team members off the track. “
13. She supports charities such as the RSPCA Act and Go Fund Me .
14. She has two Labradoodles, Honey and Pepper.
15. As of 2018 she worked at Giralang Elementary School . She previously worked at Canberra Elementary School , a before and after school care facility.
16. She first taught practice at Chapman Elementary School .
17. She reached the semifinals in her first senior world championship in 2011 at Daegu.
18. She describes herself as a motivated, selfless and happy person.
19. Visit their official website @ laurenwells.com.au.
20. Follow Lauren Wells on Twitter.