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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I am new to this site and this is my first post. I am loving this thread. I have enjoyed reading the many accomplishments of everyone. I have one myself...
I started swimming masters last winter. In April I took a pretty nasty fall and hurt my shoulder and bicep muscle. I was told by the doctor that I would have to have surgery to repair the muscle if I ever wanted to swim again, but it was not something that needed quick attention. I took the whole summer off and decided to get in the water to see how I felt in late October before I made any decisions. I swam a couple times a week and felt good so I increased to 3-4 times a week. Did a meet in December and swam faster than I did at our state meet in March. So I decided to put the time and work in and train for nationals. I have been swimming 5-6 days a week now. At the YMCA Nationals I swam lifetime bests in 4 of my 6 events. I am looking forward to going to Federal Way (14 more days) and see what I can do there.
The TRUTH is, you can always go faster, but....the TRUTH hurts....
I am new to this site and this is my first post. I am loving this thread. I have enjoyed reading the many accomplishments of everyone. I have one myself...
I started swimming masters last winter. In April I took a pretty nasty fall and hurt my shoulder and bicep muscle. I was told by the doctor that I would have to have surgery to repair the muscle if I ever wanted to swim again, but it was not something that needed quick attention. I took the whole summer off and decided to get in the water to see how I felt in late October before I made any decisions. I swam a couple times a week and felt good so I increased to 3-4 times a week. Did a meet in December and swam faster than I did at our state meet in March. So I decided to put the time and work in and train for nationals. I have been swimming 5-6 days a week now. At the YMCA Nationals I swam lifetime bests in 4 of my 6 events. I am looking forward to going to Federal Way (14 more days) and see what I can do there.
The TRUTH is, you can always go faster, but....the TRUTH hurts....
