No pain no gain

Seems hard at the time but the rewards can be great.

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Ellen Hunter and Aileen McGlynn

Ellen Hunter

The Welsh Paralympic cyclist says "Whatever I do I want to do it well. I always want to be the best."

Philippa Roles

Philippa Roles

The Welsh discus thrower talks about her life juggling athletics with a full time job and a 'never say die' attitude.

Tasha Danvers-Smith. Copyright: Mark Shearman

Tasha Danvers-Smith

"Keep your eye on the ultimate goal," says the European Cup winning 400m hurdler.

Helen Jenkins. Copyright: Delly Car/triathlon.org

Helen Jenkins (formerly Tucker)

The triathlon World Champion says "If you're dedicated and you're willing to put the time in, you can really achieve some good results."

Marty Holah. Copyright: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Marty Holah

"It's not about whether you win or not, it's about testing yourself and being involved in a team," says the Ospreys flanker.

Paul Tito. Copyright: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Paul Tito

"Time management and self-discipline are the biggest things," says the Cardiff Blues star.

Fionn Griffiths

Fionn Griffiths

"I have goals and dreams and I know there is only one way to achieve them," says the downhill mountain bike racer.

Nathan Stephens

Nathan Stephens

The Welsh Paralympian talks about his dream of striking gold in London.

Tasha Danvers-Smith. Copyright: Mark Shearman

Tasha Danvers-Smith

The British hurdler says "You have to be dedicated and you have to understand it's not always going to be easy."

Stephen McPhail

Stephen McPhail

The Cardiff City midfielder talks to Matt Jones about the sacrifices he's made to make it in football.

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