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.
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As a lap swimming newbie to this sport I hesitate to post this but I am proud of my small accomplishments over the past year and would like to share them with like minded (albeit much more advanced)swimmers. My initial goal has been to develop efficient stroke technique and the many tips on technique, links, and general knowledge I found on this forum have been an immense help. Thanks to all the contributors. That being said; I have decreased my DPS to 16-17 per 25 m on a consistent basis. I have increased my workouts to 1850 m 3x wk (workouts take roughly 45-50 min) I have learned to efficiently breath bilaterally. My EVF technique is becoming more solid and while not what I would consider strong, my kick is satisfactory. My focus has been on developing the vessel technique and I think I have finally built a reasonably sound foundation. As an added benefit I have decreased my blood pressure from a scary 140/94 to a happy 120/80 and maintained a 22 lb weight loss for over a year, all thanks to the most wonderfully complete exercise one could want. Anyway I know this is not a technical post but I can't think of a better place to put these thoughts. Thanks again for a great forum.;)
As a lap swimming newbie to this sport I hesitate to post this but I am proud of my small accomplishments over the past year and would like to share them with like minded (albeit much more advanced)swimmers. My initial goal has been to develop efficient stroke technique and the many tips on technique, links, and general knowledge I found on this forum have been an immense help. Thanks to all the contributors. That being said; I have decreased my DPS to 16-17 per 25 m on a consistent basis. I have increased my workouts to 1850 m 3x wk (workouts take roughly 45-50 min) I have learned to efficiently breath bilaterally. My EVF technique is becoming more solid and while not what I would consider strong, my kick is satisfactory. My focus has been on developing the vessel technique and I think I have finally built a reasonably sound foundation. As an added benefit I have decreased my blood pressure from a scary 140/94 to a happy 120/80 and maintained a 22 lb weight loss for over a year, all thanks to the most wonderfully complete exercise one could want. Anyway I know this is not a technical post but I can't think of a better place to put these thoughts. Thanks again for a great forum.;)
