Ellie Simmonds : (4) " I’m very competitive. " - Ellie Simmonds " We had a trampoline in the garden that I used to play on lots which was great exercise. " - Ellie Simmonds " I was 8 when I started swimming training, but it wasn’t until I was 10 when it became more serious so over the next few years I slowly developed a better understanding of my diet. " - Ellie Simmonds " I love who I am and I am glad that I have dwarfism because I think my body is strong and beautiful. " - Ellie Simmonds