I've been swimming now for about 10 weeks - typically 3X (at least) per week under the guidence of a coach. I've never swum before, but I've been a "runner" (more like a "shuffler") for many years. I'm 49 years old.
My question is this:
How long (time in the pool) should I expect it to take for my body to build enough endurance to start really decreasing my interval times? In 10 weeks I've gone from barely finishing 25yds without exhausting myself, to a steady 1:45 (maybe 1:50) for a 100 free (no flip turns yet - but I'm working on that). I seem to be "stuck" at the 1:45 mark forever.
I know technique is key and I've attented stroke clinics to help, but just how long should I tolerate these pathetic times before I give up and live life in the "slow lane?" I love this sport and wish I would have started 40 years ago, but I want desperately to improve my times. Also it's pretty frustrating to be completely exhausted after only 4X150 free.
Any advise/help would be appreciated
Doug
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Hi Doug!
Fancy "seeing" you here! It's me; Kari (Hi Ximena!). Doug - you are doing a terrific job in the pool. I ran for 18 years until a knee injury forced me to stop. I've been swimming for a little over three years and I am pleasantly surprised by how fast my progress has been. Just give it time... a 1:45 for 100 with only 10 weeks of swimming is a lot better than you think; as some of the others have mentioned above.
Just keep plugging away and I have a hunch that by this time next year, you'll be happy with what you've done in the pool.
See you guys later!
Kari :D
Hi Doug!
Fancy "seeing" you here! It's me; Kari (Hi Ximena!). Doug - you are doing a terrific job in the pool. I ran for 18 years until a knee injury forced me to stop. I've been swimming for a little over three years and I am pleasantly surprised by how fast my progress has been. Just give it time... a 1:45 for 100 with only 10 weeks of swimming is a lot better than you think; as some of the others have mentioned above.
Just keep plugging away and I have a hunch that by this time next year, you'll be happy with what you've done in the pool.
See you guys later!
Kari :D
