Hello! I am 42 years old and went through Rec Dept swim lessons in elementary school. I would classify myself as a novice swimmer. I have run for a number of years and would like to switch over to fitness swimming. The main problem I am having is that my technique is only fair mainly because my breathing technique is poor. I recently purchased Jane Katz's book "Swimming for Total Fitness" and I am working my way through the exercises. Our local masters program doesn't seem greatly interested in helping someone such as me along even though I am enthusiastic. The masters program in our area seems to focus on big miles for former competitive swimmers. If I work my way through Jane Katz's book and just keep swimming is this the way to go? I would also travel as necessary to a swimming camp for a few days to a week session if I knew of a good one. I would be interested in any advice more experienced swimmers could provide. Thank You! :)
Many YMCA's and athletic clubs have adult swim lessons. It would really be helpful to take one of those classes so that you can fine tune your technique. You can get alot from some of the swim books, but there is nothing like an instructor or a coach to give you feedback.
Also, most master's teams that I am aware of have a wide variety of skill levels. Find a program in your area that welcomes all swimmers.
Good luck and stick with it. Swimming truely is a lifetime sport!
Many YMCA's and athletic clubs have adult swim lessons. It would really be helpful to take one of those classes so that you can fine tune your technique. You can get alot from some of the swim books, but there is nothing like an instructor or a coach to give you feedback.
Also, most master's teams that I am aware of have a wide variety of skill levels. Find a program in your area that welcomes all swimmers.
Good luck and stick with it. Swimming truely is a lifetime sport!
