Get to know Beth
We asked some of our lovely gymnasts what they wanted to know about Beth. Here's what she had to say:
Name: Beth Tweddle
Height: 160cm
When/why did you start gymnastics? I first started gymnastics at the age of 7 because I had too much energy. I tried many other sports including ballet, horse riding, swimming and hockey but gymnastics was the one I enjoyed the most
Favourite place you have competed? I have been lucky enough to travel the whole world so I'm not sure I can choose one place. I loved Australia but it was really far to travel there and I suffered with Jet lag
Any brothers or sisters? 1 older brother called James who used to play Hockey for England U21's
Favourite programme on TV? Bones
Favourite game? I like playing cards
Favourite sport to do except gymnastics? Ice-skating
Favourite sport to watch except gymnastics? I love watching all different sport, I don't think I can choose just one
Best friend(s)? Emma, Suzanne and Mel
Favourite band/artist? Emilie Sande
Who were your role models growing up? Paula Radcliffe and Kelly Holmes
Favourite treat? Krispy Kreme, Strawberries and Kreme flavour
Favourite fruit? Raspberries
Favourite animal? I loved badgers as a child
Favourite colour? Baby blue but it depends what day it is
Let your little one have a go at these questions and see if any of their answers match Beth's!