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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Mswimming- that is great news, must be a load off your mind.
Mswimming--I'm with you on the 100 IM. Coolest race in the pool. Since it's only a 25 ***, you just have to kill the competition on the first half, then it looks like you're being modest by letting the pack gain some ground on the ***. :laugh2: Dana
So I see you'll be swimming the 100 IM at zones the same way I will. :rofl: As you say, and as Kevin found out, breaststroke is only a means to get to freestyle -- no matter what SS says. (BTW, are you coming to our poster dinner for zones?)
Donna:
Tan is good. It covers the colorful bits. ;) Attagirl. Keep up the good mileage and pain free status!
Well, I'm happy. I'm swimming 4 miles non-stop every day with 1 day off a week and no ice required for previously injured shoulder. And I am getting tan on my backside at the same time, white on the front, tan on the back. And I can still walk and talk afterwards; not trashed. Yipee!! Now I only have to do that about times 5 to get to Utila!! Baby steps.....
donna
Not for me, but for my daughter..
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Attagirl for your daughter Rachel Matt! She's also a real cutie as well.
Newmastersswimmer
p.s. and Attagirl to Bavsva as well for her newfound love and mastery of the best stroke there is!!
Way to go BabsVa! Great work, especially the fly! Getting the first length done is the hard part. Now, rest & repeat!
Thanks. I am fascinated by the fly and find it beautiful to watch (esp from under water) but here is a story of a good coach - after my exhilarating trip down the length of the pool I was pumped to fly again, and tried to do so but she stopped me halfway - said my form was deteriorating as I became tired and to stop before I hurt myself ;-) Seriously, that kind of advice is appreciated.
