I want to ask questions about the life of a Champion.
If you are a World Record Holder, a National Record Holder, a State/Provincial record holder, a Club record holder, or even if you've recently gone a personal best; I want to know how you feel about being a Champion.
Masters win, regardless of place!
See, doing your best, no matter what level you achieve is a great experience. The feeling of improvement from consistent effort is something that anyone can attain. That joy is the same when you finish a race and you know it was your best, a great lifestyle, something worth striving for.
Since I've already started a discussion with Chris Stevenson, perhaps we can continue it here.
Chris, even though you may not have smiled at first (on camera anyways) how did the next few days feel? Are these your first WR titles? Do you plan on more in the future? You're a chemistry teacher, right? Do you realize you've inspired me, and countless others?
But then I think, do I want to drive 2 hours and look like a fool in front of people who have been swimming all their lives?
I have been swimming all my life, and now you know that -- far from looking like a fool -- I am very impressed by people like you. It is very admirable to step way outside of your comfort zone and try something like competing at nationals (or any meet).
Competition is not for everyone but don't miss out because of how you think you might look to others. There is nothing to worry about. Good luck!
But then I think, do I want to drive 2 hours and look like a fool in front of people who have been swimming all their lives?
I have been swimming all my life, and now you know that -- far from looking like a fool -- I am very impressed by people like you. It is very admirable to step way outside of your comfort zone and try something like competing at nationals (or any meet).
Competition is not for everyone but don't miss out because of how you think you might look to others. There is nothing to worry about. Good luck!
