Is there really a division between masters swimmers? i.e. one camp allied to a more low key fitness oriented approach with low membership growth vs. a meet oriented competitive (elite) camp?
This sounds ridiculous to me. I don't think I've ever run into anyone that acknowledged this debate on a pool deck.
What spawns this rift in Masters swimming? Is this an old guard vs. younger member phenonmenon?
Are there different motivations that exist that create this conflict in terms of the future of USMS? Why can't both coexist?
I say we poll some people out there and find out what they support.
John Smith
Parents
Former Member
Heather and Fortress,
I am blushing here because of your kind words. I guess I just never thought of myself as being elite, not then and not now. But I do know that I will be "beat up" after I complete an 18 mile swim.:rofl:
Donna
Donna,
You are an inspiration to me as well! I vote for your being elite. 18 miles!? I'm 34 and I know that my 12.5 will be a huge challenge. You're desire and attitude help pull me along (at a lower level.) :applaud:
Heather and Fortress,
I am blushing here because of your kind words. I guess I just never thought of myself as being elite, not then and not now. But I do know that I will be "beat up" after I complete an 18 mile swim.:rofl:
Donna
Donna,
You are an inspiration to me as well! I vote for your being elite. 18 miles!? I'm 34 and I know that my 12.5 will be a huge challenge. You're desire and attitude help pull me along (at a lower level.) :applaud:
