...to take part in an event and not totally embarrass myself?
I am not thinking of winning...just having a reason to train by competing locally. Does that make sense?
You nutcases are beginning to inspire me.. ;) hehe
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Rich,
Just be fit enough to finish your chosen events. And no one says you have to flip turn, you will actually get more oxygen if you can perfect a very fast "open turn".
One thing I know from swimming for over 45 years is this:
There is always someone faster, and there is always someone slower. I think the most important thing is the journey and experience and comaraderie of fellow swimmers at meets. Even people who have had injuries use swimming and Masters to heal and "try out" their newly fixed wings in swim meets.
I commend anyone who swims and anyone who competes at whatever level. It is better to try than not to. Your sense of accomplishment afterwards will be something you can cherish.
Donna
Rich,
Just be fit enough to finish your chosen events. And no one says you have to flip turn, you will actually get more oxygen if you can perfect a very fast "open turn".
One thing I know from swimming for over 45 years is this:
There is always someone faster, and there is always someone slower. I think the most important thing is the journey and experience and comaraderie of fellow swimmers at meets. Even people who have had injuries use swimming and Masters to heal and "try out" their newly fixed wings in swim meets.
I commend anyone who swims and anyone who competes at whatever level. It is better to try than not to. Your sense of accomplishment afterwards will be something you can cherish.
Donna
