Any thoughts? From my perspective, former swimmer, back for about a month, I'd REALLY like to swim a few meets. How did you choose? When were you ready? How did you choose events? How did it go?
Also, maybe some commentary on those who have no competitive swimming background. How did you prepare?
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I had the benefit of a Coach making suggestions but it ultimately came down to what I was interested in. I chose the freestyle 100 and 400 because I like freestyle and there are less rules about turns and all. I didn't want to get dq'ed. Also, look into joining a couple of relays. I enjoyed those more than just the race by myself. I didn't do the 400 because it was the past event and I was ready to go.
I "tapered" about 2 weeks before the meet by just cutting back the yardage by about half. I cut back the intensity some as well.
I had the benefit of a Coach making suggestions but it ultimately came down to what I was interested in. I chose the freestyle 100 and 400 because I like freestyle and there are less rules about turns and all. I didn't want to get dq'ed. Also, look into joining a couple of relays. I enjoyed those more than just the race by myself. I didn't do the 400 because it was the past event and I was ready to go.
I "tapered" about 2 weeks before the meet by just cutting back the yardage by about half. I cut back the intensity some as well.
