Lizzie Armitstead

Eating well is really important to me. That means having balanced meals, never missing a meal, never skipping a meal, having a balanced diet, and never doing anything extreme.

I don't particularly buy into all the nutrition fads and that sort of thing.

I need to learn to be happy and enjoy the achievement rather than already thinking about what I could have done better.

It's difficult to change things in a positive way.

As a British rider, it's a privilege to be able to compete on home roads. The British public have really taken to cycling, and you can see that when the race goes through different towns: the community really gets behind it.

I trust myself, the way I prepare. I feel like I know what I'm doing.

I am not a robot; I am a member of a family - my commitment to them comes over and above my commitment to cycling.

My family will be disappointed only if I'm disappointed, and hopefully that won't be the case. I'm trying to view the Olympics like any other race and I think the London course will suit my style.

When I have a family, I will be retired.

When I have children, it will be my choice, and I won't feel under any pressure.

I am sorry for causing anyone to lose faith in sport.

I won't try and combine training and a family.