I was just curious. I noticed that quite a few posts are from people in the UK, Canada (which is outside the US, technically ;) ), or high school swimmers.
Are people posting here because discussion boards are not available elsewhere? (I haven't looked.) Or is the information quality higher here?
I think the stats are that only one third of the USMS members actually compete in events - that's a lot of people who join just for the shared practices and access to a coach. For those waiting to be fully prepared - stop waiting! Jump in there - the journey IS the destination. Masters swimming is about whatever goals you want to make for yourself. I have found I very much need solid training goals and affiliation with a team to get the most out of my swimming, other people are happy with different aspects of masters.
I think the stats are that only one third of the USMS members actually compete in events - that's a lot of people who join just for the shared practices and access to a coach. For those waiting to be fully prepared - stop waiting! Jump in there - the journey IS the destination. Masters swimming is about whatever goals you want to make for yourself. I have found I very much need solid training goals and affiliation with a team to get the most out of my swimming, other people are happy with different aspects of masters.
