All in Attitude!

Karina Mitrova - Swimmer

About me

Personal trainer: Emil Milkov.

Main event: 100 m butterfly - I love it because of the dynamics, technique and strength it requires.

Sport goal: To qualify for the Olympic Games in Los Angeles and win a medal.

Educational goal: To continue my education at an American college, then study in the USA on a sports scholarship.

Hobbies and interests outside of swimming: I love dancing and watching movies.

Favorite quote / motto: I believe that every failure is a start to the next success!

ACHIEVEMENTS

Medals won from state championships:

27 medals

Medals won from international tournaments from the Bulgarian Federation swimming calendar:

158 medals and 14 cups for "Best Competitor"

Participations or medals from international championships:

Participation in the prestigious Multination swimming competition from 2025 in Slovenia

National records:

15 National Records in the 13-14 age group:

  • 50 and 100 m butterfly in a 50 meter pool
  • 50 and 100 m butterfly in a 25 meter pool
  • 4x50 m freestyle relay in a 25 meter pool
  • 4x50 m medley relay in a 25 meter pool

Achievements outside of sports:

Distinctions and medals from mathematical competitions.

Personal story

I started swimming at the age of 10 months. At 6 and a half years old I became part of the NSK Olimp club, which continues to be my second home.
I am motivated by the ultimate goal that I am pursuing.
My idol is Summer McIntosh, who managed to qualify for the Olympic Games at the age of 14. She showed me that with enough perseverance and dedication, dreams are achievable.

For me, the biggest challenge is combining swimming with school in the 7th grade. I managed to overcome the difficulties with discipline, good organization and a strong desire to succeed.I have missed many gatherings with friends and birthdays in order not to miss training. I believe that these sacrifices are worth it, and that every training session brings me closer to my dream. I believe that I can become an Olympic champion. There are no impossible goals for me! 

 Swimming teaches me discipline, self-control and perseverance. It is a sport that develops me both physically and as a person.
NSK Olimp is the place that gives me the opportunity to become the best version of myself, both in the pool and outside it. 

To the rising talents in our club I would say: Never give up on your dreams! The most difficult moments make you stronger.

I am infinitely grateful to my parents, who always support me, to my coach, who builds me as a competitor and has taught me everything important, as well as to my friends and family, who always believe in me.