This has probably been covered before, and I know what the "organization" would say, but I want the truth from those of you that are serious members. If I showed up, a 29 year-old mom of three who is about 30 lbs overweight but was once a good swimmer and has continued lap swimming all these years since high-school and would take her committment seriously, to your practice and wanted to join, how would you feel? What if you had to pass me by a few times because I slowed you down? But...at the same time you saw me working hard in my ability and pushing myself farther and fasther each day - would you snicker behind my back, would others? Should I continue swimming on my own and trying to get in shape before I join?
It is ok to be honest. I would tell you the truth. And please, don't yell at me for worrying about what others think.
Thanks everyone!
Parents
Former Member
Don't hold yourself back--at least give Masters a try! I used to lap swim on my own before starting Masters swimming. I was amazed how much different the Masters workout is from lap swimming (as in way better for fitness and fun). In Masters there is so much feedback, and there are so many challenges, and tons of technique improvement drills and tips. I would recommend it to anyone who likes swimming as a workout. There is a lot of mutual admiration on a team, a lot of support, some healthy competition, but I have never heard one snicker. It's just not a concept. Masters swimming is such a good deal, and you sound totally ready for it.
Don't hold yourself back--at least give Masters a try! I used to lap swim on my own before starting Masters swimming. I was amazed how much different the Masters workout is from lap swimming (as in way better for fitness and fun). In Masters there is so much feedback, and there are so many challenges, and tons of technique improvement drills and tips. I would recommend it to anyone who likes swimming as a workout. There is a lot of mutual admiration on a team, a lot of support, some healthy competition, but I have never heard one snicker. It's just not a concept. Masters swimming is such a good deal, and you sound totally ready for it.
