GO GOLD Athlete in the Spotlight: Lewis Colin Haslam

On the back of Lewis's recent success at the BMX Midlands Regional Championships, we find out a little more about the athlete's life behind the scenes of all his bunny hopping and supermans on his BMX!

What is your go to pre-training snack?

Banana is my pre-race snack

What made you pick your sport?

I saw a race at my local and said I'll try that...

How do you think you would spend your time if you didn't do your sport?

Making my own anti-virus software

Do you have any pets? If yes what pets and what are their names?

I have a pet dog called Dexter

What would be your dream job if not a professional athlete?

My dream job is to be a P.E teacher

What qualities do you think are important to have as a role model in your sport?

Great mind set, positive attitude!

What do you enjoy most about your sport?

I enjoy the atmosphere and how supportive everyone is towards me

What is your long term goal in your sport?

To be an Olympian

What is the best part about competing?

Having that edge to be on my 'A' game

Who is you favourite sports hero?

My hero is Sam Willoughby

What do you like about training?

What I like about training is constantly improving myself

What do you dislike about training?

I don't dislike train because if I dislike it I wouldn't dedicate myself to it