I thought I'd try an experiment here. I propose that anyone of any swimming level can use this thread (or not) when, whether in a small way or earthshaking manner you've done something in the pool that you're proud and/or pleased by. Anyone is welcome to add encouraging comments (or not) or ask for more info., but please no grandstanding or feuding.
Okay- I'll go first (and I'm just as hesitant as anyone else). Context: last few months hellish: collapse of my dream business, death in family, huge money troubles etc. result months out of water & exercise & 30lb gain. Further, I just went back over the last 10 yrs, averaged 1 meet a year, no more than 4 months training in any one year. So- been back in water 4 weeks, 2-3 times a week and mostly feeling like chopped liver. Monday night coach say we're going to do dive 25's (meters) from blocks, starter's instructions. Now I haven't done this in years 'cause I have a very bad neck- but I've been frustrated so...did all 3 breastroke 16.3, 15.5, 16.2 which tells me I've still got prospects to go fast again! I am pleased.
Attagirl Kyra and BabsVa! Flip turns are awesome! Glad they're coming along. Kyra, those are good times, especially considering this was your first meet in awhile! I'm glad you had fun and got to meet Gato. And of course, your suit and googles were simply mahvelous! ;)
Gato: Kudos on doing such tough events. Can't lose either way on the 100 back or 100 fly. But if you're into that "comfort swimming" thing, stick with back. That last length of fly is ever so painful. Way to go!
:applaud: :groovy: :banana:
Attagirl Kyra and BabsVa! Flip turns are awesome! Glad they're coming along. Kyra, those are good times, especially considering this was your first meet in awhile! I'm glad you had fun and got to meet Gato. And of course, your suit and googles were simply mahvelous! ;)
Gato: Kudos on doing such tough events. Can't lose either way on the 100 back or 100 fly. But if you're into that "comfort swimming" thing, stick with back. That last length of fly is ever so painful. Way to go!
:applaud: :groovy: :banana:
