Quotes from Rachel Riley

Maths is like learning a language: you need to learn the basics to get going, but a lot of adults go into blind panic about numbers and switch off.

I was on 'Strictly' because I was getting stage fright. I was taught that I had to imagine what a good outcome would be and be happy with it.

I like to do things where you do learn something and go on a journey, such as 'Strictly Come Dancing.'

I never would've thought of going on 'Strictly,' I mean, I went on because it's my mum's favourite programme in the world.

The paso doble is my favourite dance on 'Strictly,' so I'm so pleased I get to do it.

The best thing about 'Strictly' is it doesn't matter what level you start at, if you've never put a foot in front of the other in your life.

I use a stylist, which wasn't something I imagined I'd ever do, because I like shopping, but because we prerecord 'Countdown,' I don't want to wear something that everyone has from the high street by the time the programme goes out.

More than other subjects, there's a myth that you have to be an absolute genius to be good at maths and to enjoy it, so I think it's less accessible for people. Even the word 'maths' makes people screw their face up. They do the maths face.

I am always running late for absolutely everything; my hair's the last thing I do because I am terrible at it.

My biggest vice? Vegan cupcakes, which are delicious.

I enjoy things that are relevant to me, like maths and science and 'Countdown,' and I don't want to offend our viewers.

I would just like to learn to control my limbs.

I think we've come a long way with women's rights, but we've got a long way to go.