I know it's early and there's many races to go but --- wanted to ask the experienced swimmers here what they think of Lochte's performance so far.
Is he trying to do too much and swim too many events? I thought he'd medal every event he was in but it looks like he was out of the hardware awards in the 200 freestyle.
Also --- a general question: What's the purpose of the "warm-down" pool? Is it significantly warmer than the main long-course pool? Does it just promote greater relaxation? Is it a usual fixture at major competitions?
Thanks.
AJD
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We've actually been discussing Lochte at work. Personally, I think he was just too overconfident after the 400IM. It was a great swim and I think he may have thought the rest of his races were going to be a breeze. When they didn't go like he had hoped, it screwed with his head. I think he's struggling to get back "in the zone".
There's a fine line between confidence and arrogance. I think he needs to take a step back over that line.
He's still my fave though just because he's so cute. :)
We've actually been discussing Lochte at work. Personally, I think he was just too overconfident after the 400IM. It was a great swim and I think he may have thought the rest of his races were going to be a breeze. When they didn't go like he had hoped, it screwed with his head. I think he's struggling to get back "in the zone".
There's a fine line between confidence and arrogance. I think he needs to take a step back over that line.
He's still my fave though just because he's so cute. :)
