I'm an Indiana University student who is an avid swimmer and a swim coach. I'm writing an article for a journalism class on masters swimming and why swimming is such a good exercise especially for anyone over the age of 60. If you are over around that age could give me your own personal opinions as to why swimming help you? Thanks!
-Bekah
I am 61 and swimming definitely improves my life. I love working out with friends of all ages. My outlook of life stays younger through these friendships.
At 50, I first noticed a difference in my approach to life and my peers who do not exercise. Many started focusing on what was wrong with them, not what they could do and how much pleasure you get from exercise.
Since 50, I have had numerous health issues (reflux, asthma, atrial fib). Because of swimming and my desire to compete, I have been very aggressive in seeking solutions, not just learning to live with it. Reflux was repaired and asthma is under control. I take medication for atrial fib but am scheduled for a procedure in March to correct this (here's hoping). Through this, my times have slowed, but my placing within my age group has stayed the same or improved.
Best of all, I feel good. There is very little I can not do. I may be slower, but I can do it.
Betsy Durrant
I am 61 and swimming definitely improves my life. I love working out with friends of all ages. My outlook of life stays younger through these friendships.
At 50, I first noticed a difference in my approach to life and my peers who do not exercise. Many started focusing on what was wrong with them, not what they could do and how much pleasure you get from exercise.
Since 50, I have had numerous health issues (reflux, asthma, atrial fib). Because of swimming and my desire to compete, I have been very aggressive in seeking solutions, not just learning to live with it. Reflux was repaired and asthma is under control. I take medication for atrial fib but am scheduled for a procedure in March to correct this (here's hoping). Through this, my times have slowed, but my placing within my age group has stayed the same or improved.
Best of all, I feel good. There is very little I can not do. I may be slower, but I can do it.
Betsy Durrant
