I actually hated dancing. My mum used to have to bribe me to go by buying me things. A year before I stopped going, I was going to go for an audition with the Royal Ballet. It turned out I was a year too young. Because I was tall, they thought I was older. But before I had the chance to go back, I quit. -Katarina Johnson-Thompson Chance
I can't change my personality. I'll always smile, but I'll be more focused. -Katarina Johnson-Thompson Change
Before training, I eat slow-release energy food, such as porridge or muesli, especially in the morning. Afterwards, I eat protein so my muscles are able to recover, such as a protein bar followed by a meal of chicken and vegetables. I always stay hydrated during workouts by drinking plenty of water throughout. -Katarina Johnson-Thompson Morning
I can't change my personality. I'll always smile, but I'll be more focused. -Katarina Johnson-Thompson Smile
Obviously, when you're up against somebody you don't like there's extra motivation, but I don't think any person going for an Olympic gold is going to put friendship first. -Katarina Johnson-Thompson Friendship
You don't have to be a bodybuilder to have strength in your muscles. -Katarina Johnson-Thompson Strength
Before training, I eat slow-release energy food, such as porridge or muesli, especially in the morning. Afterwards, I eat protein so my muscles are able to recover, such as a protein bar followed by a meal of chicken and vegetables. I always stay hydrated during workouts by drinking plenty of water throughout. -Katarina Johnson-Thompson Food
