Equipment Rep
Trains with every piece of equipment available at all times.
The Luddite
Trains with nothing. Only uses a loin cloth and goggles in workout.
The Barnacle
Leaves right on your feet. Couldn't count to five or ten if his life depnded on it.
The Coach
Not an actual coach, but someone who is consumed with technique. Swimming is a precise set of moves that can be broken down, categorized, and scientifically analyzed.
The Jaded
Could care less about technique. Just wants to swim and leave the analysis to the eggheads.
The Swimaholic
Trains at least 10 swimming workouts a week. Anything less is viewed as not trying.
Fast Guy who Never Trains
Shows up once a month and breaks national records in practice.
Hardest Working Man in the Swim Business
Trains like a ferocious animal in workout, but has no speed when it comes to racing.
Lane Guy
Works out in a lane that is far too fast or slow for him.
The Crack Guy
Dude, pull your swimsuit up or get a bigger size.
The Newbie
Shows up to practice in board shorts and a scuba mask.
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As for myself, I would fall into the categories of Luddite and Jaded. Also, I wrote this from a male perspective, but the women are included as well. Any other stereotypes?
Baby Diesel - A young woman who talks incessantly and loudly about most anything her mind (usually complete nonsense) at that particular second. Is definitely in it for the social aspect, let there be no doubt. Is always asking what the set and interval is because she was too busy talking (idling?) with other Baby Diesels to hear what it was. Distractions to others, including coaches, is intended to garner additional attention, especially from men. Name is derived from her having such a big mouth, she could drive a truck with it.
If you don't remember the old school Cosby Kids episodes from the 70's, you won't get this one.
hey - hey - hey...
Baby Diesel - A young woman who talks incessantly and loudly about most anything her mind (usually complete nonsense) at that particular second. Is definitely in it for the social aspect, let there be no doubt. Is always asking what the set and interval is because she was too busy talking (idling?) with other Baby Diesels to hear what it was. Distractions to others, including coaches, is intended to garner additional attention, especially from men. Name is derived from her having such a big mouth, she could drive a truck with it.
If you don't remember the old school Cosby Kids episodes from the 70's, you won't get this one.
hey - hey - hey...
