Why does it appear many masters swimmers are taking USMS so seriously?
What's the difference between the typical "selfish train all day", "it's all about me" triathlete and a masters swimmer who seriously trains as hard as they can.... particularly to focus on setting masters records?
Seems like there is a growing parallel between triathletes and many masters swimmers these days.
Isn't it just "masters swimming" for health and fun in the end?
Does a masters record really mean that much?
Is this a good thing? ..... or a turn off for those who look on with amusement.
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The point of John's thread is clear. Those of us who are not now and never were elite swimmers should not take Masters swimming "too seriously" (as defined arbitrarily by him and other elite swimmers). We are free to pursue the sport for purposes of fun and health, of course, but should not blog about our experiences nor (heaven forbid) post "body shots" (unless, I assume, we are flabby old swimmers, in which case we cannot be accused of lacking in humility).
Sadly I think you are right. I think the more important question is what course of events has lead to this loathsome outburst and can anything be done to help? I think I have the answer to both of those questions and I would like to offer my help. You see, I don't think this has anything to do with swimming, but rather stems from a recent problem that Mr. N has developed. The solution:
www.bostonmedicalgroup.com/the-boston-method
The point of John's thread is clear. Those of us who are not now and never were elite swimmers should not take Masters swimming "too seriously" (as defined arbitrarily by him and other elite swimmers). We are free to pursue the sport for purposes of fun and health, of course, but should not blog about our experiences nor (heaven forbid) post "body shots" (unless, I assume, we are flabby old swimmers, in which case we cannot be accused of lacking in humility).
Sadly I think you are right. I think the more important question is what course of events has lead to this loathsome outburst and can anything be done to help? I think I have the answer to both of those questions and I would like to offer my help. You see, I don't think this has anything to do with swimming, but rather stems from a recent problem that Mr. N has developed. The solution:
www.bostonmedicalgroup.com/the-boston-method
