I've been swimming masters now for well over a decade and I've hit a bit of a lull. Last year I set my Go The Distance goal at 550 miles and missed it, so this year I revised it downward to 500 miles and as of today I'm 66 miles behind the pace I need to be at to hit that goal. I just don't have the desire to get to the pool as often, or stay in as long, as I usually do.
With that introduction my question really is: how do YOU train long term? Do you try to stay consistent or do you vary from year to year? Historically I've been very consistent, but I wonder if intentionally varying things is a better long term strategy.
Love this discussion. It's tough going through the burnout times and getting back into it. ONe thing that has helped me lately is getting to the gym and doing some rowing. Change it up between speed and distance on different days. It's fun and it doesn't take long to get pooped out, but it does help work many of the same muscles as swimming does.
Love this discussion. It's tough going through the burnout times and getting back into it. ONe thing that has helped me lately is getting to the gym and doing some rowing. Change it up between speed and distance on different days. It's fun and it doesn't take long to get pooped out, but it does help work many of the same muscles as swimming does.
