This Masters program is new to me. I've looked at the records for my age group, and looked at the record times.
How do I know if I even stand a chance? I understand I have a long way to go to get in shape, but I would at least like to know if it's a possiblity to compete.
I of course, thought I did rather well for my first day back. I'm 44 years old and been on a 27 year vacation from swimming.
Today I swam approx. 400 yds off and on... without the lifeguard coming in to save me.
I'm a sprinter and after about 200 yds,of getting my feet wet, I used the pace clock to time me at 50 yards. Without diving in, my time was 40 secs. I know I wasn't swimming my hardest and figure with a dive that too would shave a few seconds off.
I would like to join our local masters program once I can get in shape, but do I stand a chance or should I swim for the joy of swimming???
Any advise??
Parents
Former Member
You should look at this site at the "current top times" or "top ten times" under the competition tab at the top. These are USA times. I doubt if there are many states that track master's times. I think many LMSCs (local masters swim committees) track their best times.
I suggest looking at the current top times so you can specify top 50 or top 100 (for example). I think in most cases you'll see that the top 5 or so are VERY fast but it spreads out after the elite.
You should look at this site at the "current top times" or "top ten times" under the competition tab at the top. These are USA times. I doubt if there are many states that track master's times. I think many LMSCs (local masters swim committees) track their best times.
I suggest looking at the current top times so you can specify top 50 or top 100 (for example). I think in most cases you'll see that the top 5 or so are VERY fast but it spreads out after the elite.
