Masters Swimmers Acting Like Triathletes

Former Member
Former Member
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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  • Careful Mr. Smith..... Masters swimming is not to be taken too lightly. These are all dedicated performances and stand as a measurement of the person. Betting on races makes a mockery of what it's all about. Wow, you must have enough straw men in your basement to have a great party come Guy Fawkes.
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  • Careful Mr. Smith..... Masters swimming is not to be taken too lightly. These are all dedicated performances and stand as a measurement of the person. Betting on races makes a mockery of what it's all about. Wow, you must have enough straw men in your basement to have a great party come Guy Fawkes.
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