Hi,
We are planning an article on the "winter blues" for the Nov. / Dec. issue of SWIMMER. I've got some ideas for a way to take a fresh look at the subject, but I'd love to hear from our member swimmers who may have issues with the low light and cold temperatures of winter.
Does it affect your training? Have you found a way to beat it? (Florida and So.Cal folks, I realize this is less than applicable to you, but friends in Nebraska and New York and Alaska, or any other state with seasons, please weigh in!)
Thanks for your time and insights. Please feel free to message me privately.
Sincerely,
Laura
Hell yeah, it affects me! I live currently in Moscow, Russia, and talk about winter blues. The only way I can avoid winter blues is to swim. I make it part of my schedule, and am blessed with an understanding boss. I put "swim laps, 0700-0830" on my calendar, which my boss has access to.
Granted, I'm in the military. That helps. "But, I have to stay in shape!" My boss has the same requirements, so he understands.
As for general, non-swimming winter blues, the wife and I get out of the house, despite the weather. Moscow is beautiful in the winter, lit up and snowy everywhere. It is really lovely, so that helps.
Not sure if this is what you're looking for...
Mike
Hell yeah, it affects me! I live currently in Moscow, Russia, and talk about winter blues. The only way I can avoid winter blues is to swim. I make it part of my schedule, and am blessed with an understanding boss. I put "swim laps, 0700-0830" on my calendar, which my boss has access to.
Granted, I'm in the military. That helps. "But, I have to stay in shape!" My boss has the same requirements, so he understands.
As for general, non-swimming winter blues, the wife and I get out of the house, despite the weather. Moscow is beautiful in the winter, lit up and snowy everywhere. It is really lovely, so that helps.
Not sure if this is what you're looking for...
Mike
