Finest sporting success: Winning the gold at the European Junior Championships in the 200m Butterfly

Tip for the top: Train hard and stick to it

First GB selection year: 2004

Sporting heroes: Michael Phelps and Steve Redgrave

Closest friends in sport: Jemma Lowe and Ashley Bowet

Favourite sport other than swimming: I like playing tennis and running

Three words that best describe you: Friendly, competitive and happy

Would most like to meet: Wentworth Miller (Prison Break)

Most prized possession: My bed

Biggest influence on career: My parents and my coach

Toughest opponent: Natalia Jeneralczak

Biggest passion away from swimming: Shopping!

How do you prepare to race: I prepare by staying relaxed and not thinking about the race, I try not to get nervous.  To help me to relax I like listening to music, I like the Fratellis and Justin Timberlake

Favourite venue and why: Ponds Forge, Sheffield because it's a great pool with an amazing atmosphere

Family: My mum and dad are called Louise

Ultimate ambition: To win gold at the Olympics in the 200m Butterfly

Where do you see yourself in 10 years: Having become an Olympian