So I am new to Masters. Swam in HS and barely in college before getting burnt out. It has been about 10 years since then. I am 32 now.
I have been practicing for about 6 weeks for 3-4 evenings a week, and about 3000-3500 yrds per workout.
My high school personal best in the 50Y Free was 21.53. After only 2 weeks of workout, I did about 27-ish and in my recent meet this weekend, I went 25.41, so I have already improved somewhat, but I think getting down to 21s may take some time.
So I was just curious if anyone else had a similar story, how long did it take to get back to your HS times, if it was even possible for you? Years? Many Years?
-David
I am no where close to high school times. I am doing times that I did when I was 14 and that took me a 8 to 10 months. Before that, I would train for a few months and then take time off for the last few years. I am hoping this season that I can do times that I did when I was 16. People progress at different levels. It seems that you are progressing at a high rate. It must be easier for sprinters or something. Plus, you must have been in great shape before you got back in the pool.
Good luck with your swimming! I only lasted a year in college swimming. College swimming isn't for everyone.
I am no where close to high school times. I am doing times that I did when I was 14 and that took me a 8 to 10 months. Before that, I would train for a few months and then take time off for the last few years. I am hoping this season that I can do times that I did when I was 16. People progress at different levels. It seems that you are progressing at a high rate. It must be easier for sprinters or something. Plus, you must have been in great shape before you got back in the pool.
Good luck with your swimming! I only lasted a year in college swimming. College swimming isn't for everyone.
