Although I was very impressed with Sabir the swimmer, I was not impressed with Sabir the person. What was up with him flexing his muscles before the 50 FLY? Is this the NFL/ NBA or is this master's swimming? I didn't appreciate the "hey everyone, look at me" attitude. Swim the race, shake hands with your competitors, and be thankful for the gift God has given you. Don't show up your competitor like a Pro Wrestler. I wonder how much muscle flexing Sabir will do before events at the olympic trials! I have much respect for him for his talent and swimming accomplishments. But after his display before the 50 Fly, I have little respect for him as the person.
I think it would be GREAT if kids emulated this. I see way too many young swimmers taking their swimming too seriously. They are often so nervous that they can't stay loose and swim to their full potential. Most of them will never make the Olympic or National level. They are doing it for fun, camaraderie and fitness....much like Masters swimmers. When they get too serious, it stops being fun. As long as they aren't showing poor sportsmanship...spitting in others lanes or talking trash...I see no problem in it. I think it is great for people to show a little personality and emotion. It means they are excited and having a good time.
I think it would be GREAT if kids emulated this. I see way too many young swimmers taking their swimming too seriously. They are often so nervous that they can't stay loose and swim to their full potential. Most of them will never make the Olympic or National level. They are doing it for fun, camaraderie and fitness....much like Masters swimmers. When they get too serious, it stops being fun. As long as they aren't showing poor sportsmanship...spitting in others lanes or talking trash...I see no problem in it. I think it is great for people to show a little personality and emotion. It means they are excited and having a good time.
