Are the bane of my existance as a solo swimmer. Granted, the class only meets for 1 day out of the 4 days I swim per week. Granted, during my 3,500-4,000yd workout they're only present for about 2-2,500 of it. BUT STILL I can't stand them! And unfortunately the only time I'm able to swim on that particular day is the time during that class. It's like swimming in lake michigan. Sigh. Is anyone else as frustrated as I am?
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Originally posted by laineybug
Thank you everyone! Mom was with Dad 24/7 during the last several years of his illness. Before Dad died I was sure that when he did go, Mom would just give up... really shoulda known better because she is a fiesty little 80 something, but they use to just dote on each other. Anyway, after Dad passed, I decided Mom needed to start getting out of the house so I talked her into water aerobics. That first class was really tough on her... her balance terrible and she pooped out about half way through. After three months of aerobics she has no problem with the balance exercises, you can see improvement in her flexibility, strength and endurance (she can do a whole class now) AND she can swim a lap (she has NEVER, in my lifespan, exercised 'formally') I'm trying to talk her int Masters! Besides the physical aspect of it the class has been good for her BECAUSE it is social.
Good for you, Lainey! I'm happy that you both have a water activity to do together- treasure the time you have together; it's precious :)
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Originally posted by laineybug
Thank you everyone! Mom was with Dad 24/7 during the last several years of his illness. Before Dad died I was sure that when he did go, Mom would just give up... really shoulda known better because she is a fiesty little 80 something, but they use to just dote on each other. Anyway, after Dad passed, I decided Mom needed to start getting out of the house so I talked her into water aerobics. That first class was really tough on her... her balance terrible and she pooped out about half way through. After three months of aerobics she has no problem with the balance exercises, you can see improvement in her flexibility, strength and endurance (she can do a whole class now) AND she can swim a lap (she has NEVER, in my lifespan, exercised 'formally') I'm trying to talk her int Masters! Besides the physical aspect of it the class has been good for her BECAUSE it is social.
Good for you, Lainey! I'm happy that you both have a water activity to do together- treasure the time you have together; it's precious :)
