That’s not bad at all! Talk to us about hormones – does your schedule allow for a regular menstrual cycle?

Yes. I tell my coach when I’m on my period – I’m more clumsy and tired, and more prone to injury at that time, so I need to be more careful. I’ve been with my coach for eight years (he’s like a second dad), so we have a very open relationship. I’ll talk to him and we’ll adapt my training, postponing certain sessions. You’ve got to be smart and I track my cycle so know when it’s going to happen. More athletes are speaking out about periods now which is really important; people forget the effect it can have on our bodies.

Who do you see as the greatest female icon in athletics?

Jessica Ennis-Hill, for sure. Her journey is just amazing and she’s such a nice person. She always makes time to talk to you and I really appreciate that.

Excellent answer. And lastly, if you were to give any advice for women looking to get into athletics, what would you say?

Find what you’re good at – whatever the event might be – and be patient. Don’t give up because you never know where it’ll take you.

“My parents wanted me to stop – and then I became world champion“: Paralympian athlete Livvy Breen on sprinting for gold