Gregor Schlierenzauer (c) Red Bull Photofiles/Sven Hoffemann

Ski jumper Gregor Schlierenzauer is one of the sport's best but finds time to be a talented photographer and produce his own fashion collection on the side . We spoke with the young Austrian about his lifestyle and sideline interests.

What's your 'life motto'?

'Be yourself – and take some time for yourself.'

What is the first thing you do after waking up?
I look out of the window and look forward to training or a competition.

What's in your fridge?
The daily can of energy!

When you are not doing sports, what do you do?
Designing my GS Apparel Collection, making cool pictures and relaxing, enjoying the time at home with family and friends.

Which other athlete do you most admire?
Tennis legend Roger Federer.

What's your biggest strength?
I need some time to think, just a moment… Sometimes I'm a little bit bullish!

What are your biggest weaknesses?
Perfectionism, being over-analytical, getting emotional…

'I like to go to the seaside for a relaxing holiday'

Who are your favourite band?
It varies!

What's your iPod top five?
Aloe Blacc – I need a Dollar
Peter Gabriel – Solsbury Hill
Revolver – Get Around Town
Band of Horses – The Funeral
Kings of Leons – Closer

Name a film which you can watch again and again
The Shooter.

Thriller or comedy?
Both.

Fast food or five-star restaurant?
Both!

Beer or wine?
Wine – but only with a great dinner.

The sea or the mountains?
Twice a year, I like to go to the seaside for a relaxing holiday, but it's so beautiful in Austria with all the mountains and the snow…
 

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