After being out of the pool for 22 years, 3 months ago I decided to start up again. I would like to be able to continue the enjoyment I've found and maybe, just maybe, ease back into competing...for fun this time.
Since I don't swim with the masters team (timing doesn't work) right now I'm by myself, swimming light workouts 3 days a week. I've worked up from 30 minutes to 45, and 1 hour is next. I'm up to about 2700 yds.
I looked at the event calendars in the USMS site and found some challenges...Check-Off, 30-Minute, Virtual Geographic and the Brute Squad Postal Event. All of them look like a lot of fun and a great way to stay inspired without having to trek to a meet.
Since I don't swim with a coach I figure this is the best way to ease back into this.
Thoughts? Other ideas?
BTW, this site was one of the first places I've come to, and having stayed and lurked. I've enjoyed the discussions and feeling of community that I've found here. Thank you for that!
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Former Member
Hi Anita,
I am so happy you have decided to return to swimming. Even though you swim alone, it sounds like you are definitely on the right track. Welcome back to Chlorine!!!
I think doing some events sound wonderful. You can test yourself, meet new people, and accomplish goals all at the same time. This in itself is so rewarding.
I remember doing the Postal swim years ago and the swim facility had a big pancake breakfast for all of us later. I met many new people who then became swim friends.
Since you are already up to close to 3000 yards, there are also lots of workouts on this site if you get bored doing your "own thing." I know it can be lonely swimming alone; I have to swim alone now so I constantly have to motivate myself by keeping short and long-term goals in my mind.
Donna
Hi Anita,
I am so happy you have decided to return to swimming. Even though you swim alone, it sounds like you are definitely on the right track. Welcome back to Chlorine!!!
I think doing some events sound wonderful. You can test yourself, meet new people, and accomplish goals all at the same time. This in itself is so rewarding.
I remember doing the Postal swim years ago and the swim facility had a big pancake breakfast for all of us later. I met many new people who then became swim friends.
Since you are already up to close to 3000 yards, there are also lots of workouts on this site if you get bored doing your "own thing." I know it can be lonely swimming alone; I have to swim alone now so I constantly have to motivate myself by keeping short and long-term goals in my mind.
Donna
