“I respect other religions and other cultures.” — Amir Khan

Work like your life depends on it, but remember it doesn't.

Organic food is the best for you, and I'm eating the best, a lot of fresh vegetables. I also keep myself hydrated. It's all made a big difference to my performance in the gym.

I used to eat what I want, on a junk diet, and used to think I could make my weight easy and kill myself over the last four or five days.

My grandfather on my dad's side was the first in our family to settle in the U.K. He came from Pakistan on his own in the '60s and worked in a cotton mill in Bolton, earning enough to bring over the rest of his family. My dad, Shah, was only about eight when he came to this country. Like most immigrants, he has a fierce work ethic.