If you could have half an hour with your favourite swimmer, what would you ask them? We sat down with Danish swimming star Pernille Blume to find out a bit more about her life in and out of the pool.
Pernille Blume is a Danish freestyle swimmer known for her speed. She won her first major individual medal in 2016, winning Denmark’s first Olympic gold in swimming since 1948. Since then, Pernille has shone at both European and World Championship level.
In the Pool
Q: How did you get into swimming?
I had to learn to swim, but my brother really got me into competitive swimming. I really looked up to him. My first club was Gladsaxe Swimming Club.
Q: What would you describe as your strengths?
My technique is definitely a strength in the water. My mind can also be my biggest strength or my biggest weakness, depending on the day.
Q: How do you overcome challenges?
We all have ups and downs, and I just try to accept that some days are heavy. Tomorrow is a new day! I know that sleep has a positive impact on my mind, so I try and get a solid night’s sleep every night. Apart from that, I have great people in my life who I can talk to whenever I feel down.
Out of the pool
Q: What other sports do you enjoy outside of swimming?
I do a lot of yoga and I also like to play basketball. My favourite sport to watch is gymnastics, and my favourite sports team is the Mercedes F1 Team.
Q: If you weren’t a swimmer, what would you be?
I love designing jewellery and clothes, so I would definitely be doing something creative. Perhaps something to do with communication too.
Q: What’s your favourite movie, and who is your favourite actor?
I don’t have a favourite movie, but I love all of the Marvel films. My favourite actor is Chris Hemsworth.
You can find out more about Pernille here.
