How many swimmers go to Nationals who *don't* meet the NQTs?

Hi everyone. I'm a slow fitness swimmer who hasn't competed since I was 14, but I'd like to start participating just because it looks fun. I understand that anyone *can* swim up to 3 events at Nationals, but do non-qualifiers take advantage of that? What proportion of heats 'd like to go, but don't want to slow everyone else down.
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  • I entered my three events without making the qualifying times. I came home with 2 medals. I had a great time, and would do it again! Good for you! Nats has always been a great time, no matter what shape I'm in. This time I had one good swim, one OK one, and two awful ones. But the atmosphere and great people made it well worthwhile.
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  • I entered my three events without making the qualifying times. I came home with 2 medals. I had a great time, and would do it again! Good for you! Nats has always been a great time, no matter what shape I'm in. This time I had one good swim, one OK one, and two awful ones. But the atmosphere and great people made it well worthwhile.
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