I try to get in 4 to 6 swim workouts a week, but did not go this morning because I felt a little "twinge" in my left shoulder all day yesterday and I wanted to give it a rest for today. This means that I will be off two days in a row (I can't go on Wednesdays) and I hate that. I have been trying to give myself a break because I know I made the right decision, but I have been feeling guilty all day for missing! Am I crazy or what? Does anyone else give themselves these kinds of guilt trips when missing a workout? Is there something inherent about swimming that makes one obsessive compulsive about missing? Just wondering if I'm the only overly type-A character out here. Thanks in advance for your thoughts and psychological support. ;)
I think most of us are that way, so you are normal.
I try to remind myself if I swim more than 5 times a week I get A) a little burnt out, and B) my form and speed start to suffer.
Usually if I respect my NEED for a day off here and there I am rewarded by feeling strong/positive/ and in control during my workouts!
It is always better to leave feeling like you could have done more or worked harder than feeling like you can't wait for the workout to end.
Also...... remember REST is a very important part of any training regimen. :bed:
I think most of us are that way, so you are normal.
I try to remind myself if I swim more than 5 times a week I get A) a little burnt out, and B) my form and speed start to suffer.
Usually if I respect my NEED for a day off here and there I am rewarded by feeling strong/positive/ and in control during my workouts!
It is always better to leave feeling like you could have done more or worked harder than feeling like you can't wait for the workout to end.
Also...... remember REST is a very important part of any training regimen. :bed:
